Solve the equation, 4(x + 5) = 12, show the steps.

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Bryan Watts asked Nov 3, 2022

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Solve the equation, 4(x + 5) = 12, show the steps.

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Answer:

x = -2

Explanation:

4(x+5)=12

Distribute.

4x+20=12

Subtract 20 from both sides.

4x+20-20=12-20

4x = -8

Divide both sides by 4.

4x/4 = -8/4

x = -2

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