Question

1) 1336 = 8(-14x - 29)

Answer 1

The solution is x = -14

Explanation:

To solve for x, first perform the indicated multiplication. We get:

1336 = 8(-14x - 29) => 1336 = -112x - 232

Adding 232 to both sides isolates -112x:

1336 + 232 = -112x, or

1568 = -112x

Next, x = -1568/112 = -14

The solution is x = -14.

Answer 2

x = -14

Explanation:

Step 1: Distribute

1336 = 8(-14x - 29)

1336 = -112x - 232

Step 2: Add 232 to both sides

1336 + 232 = -112x - 232 + 232

1568 = -112x

Step 3: Divide both sides by -112

1568 / -112 = -112x / -112

-14 = x

Answer: x = -14