Question

8(3x-2)=2(8)+16 explanation how the order of operations is used. How the equation is kept balanced.

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Given;

8(3x-2)=2(8)+16

We clear the brackets

24x - 16 = 16 + 16

24x - 16 = 32

We add 16 to both sides

24x - 16 + 16= 32 + 16

24x = 48

We divide both sides by 24

24x/24 = 48/24

x =2