Question

Enter the solution to the equation in the box.
5(x - 8) = 7(2-4)
x =

Answer 1

26/5

Explanation:

5(x - 8) = 7(2-4) ⇔ 5x-40=14-28 ⇔ 5x-40= -14 ⇔ 5x=40-14=26 ⇔ x=26/5