Question

What is the first step in
solving the equation
2(x-4)=-3(x+2)?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Answer 2

Distributing

Explanation:

The first step is to get the x's out of parenthesis. Distribute the 2 into the (x-4), and the -3 into (x+2).

ex. 2(x-4) = -3(x+2)

distribute: 2x-8= -3x+6

Then solve for x.

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