Question

Solve for x.

−(−2−5x)+(−2)=18

x=185

x=90

x=−185

x=−90

Answer 1

the answer is a

Answer 2

The correct answer for the value of x here is 3.6

Explanation:

In order to find this, follow the order of operations.

-(-2 - 5x) + (-2) = 18 ----> Distribute the -

2 + 5x - 2 = 18 ----> Add like terms

5x = 18 -----> Divide by 5

x = 3.6