Question

Solve the equation.
--8(x + 4) +40= 12- 9x
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Answer 1

-8(×4+)40+=12-9×=32 did help you

Answer 2

x=4

Explanation:

--8(x + 4) +40= 12- 9x

(distribute -8 to x and 4)

-8x+8=12-9x

(add 9x to both sides)

-8x+8+9x=12

(combine -8x and 9x to get x)

x+8=12

(subtract 8 from both sides)

X=4