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Can someone help me with this problem and explain how to do it please I don't really under stand this

justify each step
1.44-2(3x+4)=-18x​

Can someone help me with this problem and explain how to do it please I don't really-example-1

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Explanation:

You want to solve for x:

First, distribute -2 into the parenthesis, you will end up with 44 - 6x - 8 = -18x

Next, combine like terms, you will end up with 36 - 6x = -18x

Next, add 6x to both sides, you will end up with 36 = -12x

Finally, divide both sides by -12, you will end up with x = -3

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