Answer:x=-4
Explanation:
Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.
5x-2(x-7)=2
5x+(-2)(x)+(-2)(-7)=2(distribute)
5x+-2x+14=2(combine like terms)
3x+14=2
Step 2: Subtract 14 from both sides.
3x+14-14=2-14
3x=-12
Step 3: Divide both sides by 3.
3x/3=-12/3
X=-4