Question

Solve for x:

30 = 14 - 4(3 - x)

Answer 1

-7

Explanation:

First, distribute. 30 = 14 - 12 - 4x

Then, simplify and get the regular numbers one the left side.

30 = 2 - 4x 28 = -4x

Finally, divide both sides by -4 to get x by itself.

-7 = x