Question

Solve each equation
2x + 2+x= -22​

Answer 1

x = - 8

Explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

2x + 2 + x = - 22

(2x + x) + (2) = - 22

3x + 2 = - 22

3x + 2 = - 22

Step 2: Subtract 2 from both sides.

3x + 2 - 2 = - 22 - 2

3x = - 24

Step 3: Divide both sides by 3.

(3x/3) = (- 24/3)

x = - 8

Answer 2

-8

Explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

2x+2+x=−22

(2x+x)+(2)=−22(Combine Like Terms)

3x+2=−22

3x+2=−22

Step 2: Subtract 2 from both sides.

3x+2−2=−22−2

3x=−24

Step 3: Divide both sides by 3.

3x

3

=

−24

3

x=−8