Question

Equation

4(5x–9)=−2(x+7)
# x = 1
Explanation
Write the equation.
Add 2x to each side.
30
:: Multiply on each side.
:: 22x = 22
:: 22x-36= -14
Add 36 to each side.
Reason
Given
Distributive Property
Addition Property of Equality
Addition Property of Equality
Division Property of Equality
:: 20x - 36 = -2x - 14
:: Divide each side by 22.

Answer 1

After dividing each side by 22, you'll find that x = 1. Great job!