Question

2(x+4) = 20
x=

Pls help and explain it in steps please!!!!

Answer 1

x = 6

Explanation:

Calculations:

2(x + 4) = 20 (Distribute)

2x + 8 = 20 (Subtract 8 from both sides)

2x = 12 (Divide by 2 from both sides)

x = 6

Verify:

2(10) = 20 (Correct)