Question

Solve the equation for X.
4+2(x-4)=-7(x+7)
x=5.9
x=-5
x=5
x=-7.4

Answer 1

x = -5

Explanation:

4 + 2(x - 4)= -7(x + 7)

4 + 2x - 8 = -7x - 49

2x - 4 = -7x - 49

2x + 7x = -49 + 4

9x = -45

x = -45/9

x = -5