Question

Fill in the blank: 4(3x - 2) = ___x - 8

Answer 1

The blank would be 12. This is because after you distribute (multiplying 4 by 3x and -2) the equation, you will get 12x - 8.

Answer 2

12x - 8

Explanation:

Perform the indicated multiplication. 4(3x - 2) becomes 12x - 8.

We see immediately that we must write '12' in the blank.