Question

Solve for x.



6(x - 2) = 4

Answer 1

x = 8/3

Explanation:

Use Distributive Property

6(x-2) = 4

6x -12 = 4

add 12 on both sides

6x = 16

Divide by 6

x = 8/3

In decimal form: 2.667

Answer 2

8/3

Explanation:

6(x-2)=4

x-2=4/6

x= 8/3