Question

Solve for x. Which value of x is a solution to the equation: 5(x - 6) = 4x + 8

Answer 1

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Answer:

x = 38

Explanation:

5(x - 6) = 4x + 8

Distribute the "5" to the entire parentheses → 5 × x = 5x & 5 × -6 = -30

5x - 30 = 4x + 8

Add "30" to each side of the equation → 8 + 30 = 38

5x = 4x + 38

Subtract "4x" from each side of the equation → 5x - 4x = 1x = x

x = 38

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Answer 2

x = 38

Explanation:

distribute the parenthesis on the left side of the equation by 5

5x - 30 = 4x + 8 ( subtract 4x from both sides )

x - 30 = 8 ( add 30 to both sides )

x = 38