Hi,
Let's solve the equation step-by-step.
x−3x=2(4+x)
Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.
x−3x=2(4+x)
x+−3x=(2)(4)+(2)(x)(Distribute)
x+−3x=8+2x
(x+−3x)=2x+8(Combine Like Terms)
−2x=2x+8
−2x=2x+8
Step 2: Subtract 2x from both sides.
−2x−2x=2x+8−2x
−4x=8
Step 3: Divide both sides by -4.
−4x/−4 = 8/−4
x=−2
Answer:
x=−2
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