Question

What is the justification for each step in the solution of the equation? Fill in the empty boxes with the justification.

15x-8 = -6 (2+8x) + 42

Answer 1

15x - 8 = -12 - 48x + 42

15x - 8 = 30 - 48x

63x - 8 = 30

63x = 38

x = 38/63