Question

Solve. 5 (x+3)+8=6
I know how to do this math but im not sure what to do with a 5 and a +8

Answer 1

Explanation:

• 5(x+3)+8=6
• 5(x+3)=6-8
• 5(x+3)=-2
• 5x+15=-2
• 5x=-2-15
• 5x=-17
• x=-17/5
• x=-3.4

Answer 2

x = -
`(17)/(5)`

Explanation:

5(x + 3) + 8 = 6 ← distribute parenthesis and simplify left side

5x + 15 + 8 = 6

5x + 23 = 6 ( subtract 23 from both sides )

5x = - 17 ( divide both sides by 5 )

x = -
`(17)/(5)`