Question

What if I have this equation 12-(4-5x)+4=2

Answer 1

x = -2

Explanation:

So first we have to Distribute;

12 -(4 - 5x) + 4 = 2

12 - 4 + 5x + 4 = 2

Next, collect like terms;

12 + 5x = 2

Subtract 12 from both sides;

5x = -10

Divide both sides by 5

x = -2

Answer 2

Explanation:

12-(4-5x)+4=2

12 - 4 + 5x +4 = 2

5x = 2 -12 +4 -4

5x = -10

x = -10/5

x = -2