Question

Solve: 6(x + 5) = -2(x-3)

Answer 1

Answer: x = -3

Explanation:

6(x + 5) = -2(x-3)

1. Distribute: 6x + 30 = -2x + 6

2. Add 2 to both sides: 8x + 30 = 6

3. Subtract 30 on both sides: 8x = -24

4. Divide by 8 on both sides: x = -3

Answer 2

Explanation:

6(x+5) = 6x+30

-2(x-3)=-2x+6

6x+30=-2x+6

8x+30=6

8x=-24

x=-3