Question

The solution to -2(1-4x)=3x+8 is

Answer 1

x = 7

Explanation:

1. -2(1-4(7) = 3(7)+8

Answer 2

x=2

Explanation:

Open parenthesis:

-2+8x=3x+8

Put all like terms on one side:

8x-3x=8+2

Simplify and solve:

5x=10

x=2

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