Question

An equation is shown below: 8(2x – 14) + 13 = 4x – 27

Part A: Write the steps you will use to solve the equation, and explain each step. (6 points)

Part B: What value of x makes the equation true? (4 points)

Answer 1

A. 8(2x-14)+13=4x-27 we will use the distributive property for the first step. now it becomes 112x=726x-112+13=4x-27. then that becomes 16x-99=4x-27. Last but not least, 12x=72.

B. x=6

Explanation:

Answer 2

8(2x-14)+13=4x-27
Use distribute property for the first one
16x-112+13=4x-27
16x-99=4x-27
12x=72
x=6. As a result, the value x is 6. Hope it help!