Question

-2(4+ x) + 3x = -4
Solve for X

Answer 1

⇒I will start by multiplying out the bracket. 2 will multiply all the term in the brackets also considering their signs.

`-2(4)-2(x)+3x=-4\\-8-2x+3x=-4\\`

⇒The next step is to group like term together.

`-2x+3x=-4+8\\`

⇒Simplify the like terms

`x=4`

Answer 2

x = 4

Explanation:

First expand the bracket.

- 8 - 2x + 3x = -4

Separate the terms and numbers.

-2x + 3x = -4 + 8

Simplify and solve for x.

x = 4