Question

Solve for x 8x + 12 = 2x - 18

Answer 1

Explanation:

8x + 12 = 2x -18

8x - 2x = -18 - 12

6x = -30

6x/6 = -30÷6

x = - 5

Answer 2

`\sf \Large x=−5`

Explanation:

Let's solve your equation step-by-step.

8x+12=2x−18

Step 1: Subtract 2x from both sides.

8x+12−2x=2x−18−2x

6x+12=−18

Step 2: Subtract 12 from both sides.

6x+12−12=−18−12

6x=−30

Step 3: Divide both sides by 6.

6x/6 = −30/6

x=−5