Question

What is the solution to the equation
5X + 2 ( X - 4 ) = 5X + X - 10

Answer 1

-2

Explanation:

I took the test and got it wright.

Answer 2

X= -2

Explanation:

I'm sorry if my addition signs looks like division signs

5X + 2 ( X - 4 ) = 5X + X - 10

5X + 2X - 8 = 5X + X - 10

7X - 8 = 6X - 10

add 8 on both sides

7X = 6X - 2

subtract 6X on both sides

X= -2