Question

Solving an equation means finding the value that makes the statement true. Solve this equation to find the value of x that makes the statement true.

8x − 8 = 4x + 12

Answer 1

x = 5

Explanation:

8x - 8 = 4x + 12

+8 +8

8x = 4x + 20

-4x -4x + 20

4x = 20

4x/4 20/4

x = 5