Question

What is the solution to this equation?

5(x - 4) = 3x + 4

A.
x = 12

B.
x = 3

C.
x = -2

D.
x = -8

Answer 1

A. x = 12

Explanation:

5(x - 4) = 3x + 4

5x - 20 = 3x + 4

5x - 3x = 4 + 20

2x = 24

x = 24 / 2

x = 12