Question

What is the value of x when -8x - (8x) = -48?

A) -3

B) -1

C) 0

D) 3

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Option (d) is correct.

x = 3

Explanation:

Given : -8x - (8x) = -48

We have to solve for x and choose the correct option from the given options.

Consider the given equation -8x - (8x) = -48

Open brackets by applying plus minus rule,
`-(a)=-a`

we have,

- 8x - 8x = -48

adding terms, we have,

- 16x = - 48

Divide both side by -16, we have,

x = 3

Thus, x = 3

Option (d) is correct.