Question

Which two equations are equivalent to: 3(3x - 2) = 5(2x + 4) 9x - 6 = 10x + 20

A:9x - 6 = 10x + 20

B:3x - 2 = 2x + 4


C:-26 = x


D:3x _ 4 = -26

Answer 1

C. -26=x

Explanation:

3(3x-2)=5(2x+4)

9x-6=10x+20

9x-10x=20+6

-x=26

-x/-1=26/-1

x= -26