Question

Solve for x.
40 = 8(x - 10)

Answer 1

15

Explanation:

40=8(x - 10)

Distributive property

40 = 8x - 80

Add 80 on both side

120 = 8x

Divide both sides by 8

120/8 = 15

x = 15

Answer 2

x = 15

Explanation:

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