Question

What is the solution to this equation?

−6(x+7)=−30

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Answer 1

x = -2

Explanation:

-6(x + 7) = -30

distribute the -6

-6 * x = -6x and -6 * 7 = -42

-6x - 42 = -30

add 42 to both sides

-6x = 12

divide both sides by -6

-6x/-6 = x and 12/-6 = -2

we're left with x = -2