Question

Select the correct answer.

What is the solution to the equation?
2(x + 7) = 8
OA. -15 and 1
OB. -15
OC. 1
OD.
no solution

Answer 1

Option D is correct.

No solution

Explanation:

2(x+7)=8

Apply 2 into bracket:

2x+14=8

2x=8-14

2x=-6

Divide both sides by 2:

x=-3

hence here is no option for x=-3, so answer is no solution.