Question

Help me solve 6 (x+4) = 4x -10

Answer 1

x = -17

Explanation:

First, distribute.

6 (x+4) becomes 6x + 24.

The new equation is : 6x + 24 = 4x - 10

Then, move all constants to one side, and all the x values to the other.

Add 10 to both sides, and subtract 6x from both sides, you get:

34 = -2x

Divide by -2x on both sides.

x = -17

Answer 2

x = -17

Explanation:

6 (x+4) = 4x -10 (given)

6x + 24 = 4x - 10 (distributive property of equality)

2x = -34 (subtraction property of equality)

x = -17 (division property of equality)

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