Question

Solve for x.

4- (2x + 4)=5

A. x = -10
B. x = 6
C. x = 3/2
D. x = -5/2

Answer 1

D. x = -5⁄2

Explanation:

4 - (2x + 4) = 5

4 - 2x - 4 = 5

-2x = 5

-2½ = x

* -2½ = -5⁄2

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Answer 2

x = (-5/2)

Explanation:

4 - (2x + 4) = 5

-4 from both sides

- (2x + 4) = 1

divide both sides by -1

2x + 4 = -1

-4 from both sides

2x = -5

divide both sides by 2

x = (-5/2)