Question

Given the equation 2(3x − 4) = 5x + 6, solve for the variable. Explain each step and justify your process. Charlie solved a similar equation below. Is Charlie's solution correct? Explain why or why not.

Answer 1

Hi there!

In order to solve this problem, we need to simplify.

2 * 3x - 2 * 4 = 5x + 6
6x - 8 = 5x + 6
-8 = -x + 6
8 = x - 6
14 = x

x = 14

Charlie's answer was not stated, so I don't know whether he was correct or not ;)

Hope this helps!