Question

Translate (in terms of x) then solve the algebraic equation: Five times the sum of 6 and some number is 20.

Answer 1

x=-2

Explanation:

5 times (6 plus x) = 20

6 plus x = 4

x = 4 - 6

x = -2

Answer 2

-2

Explanation:

Let the number be x

5 × (6 + x) = 20

6 + x = 20/5

6 + x = 4

x = 4 - 6

x = -2