Question

-4(x + 7) + 2(2 + x) = -20

Answer 1

x = -2

Explanation:

Step 1: Distribute

-4(x + 7) + 2(2 + x) = -20 ----> -4x-28 + 4+2x=-20

Step 2: Combine Like Terms

-4x-28+4+2x=-20 ----> -2x-24=-20 ----> -2x=4

Step 3: Divide both sides by -2, solving for x.

-2x=4 ----> -2/-2x = 4/-2 ----> x = -2