Question

Solve for x in
2 - 3(x + 4) = 8

Answer 1

x = 2

Step-by-step explanation:

2 - 3x - 12 = 8

=> 3x - 12 = 2 - 8

=> 3x - 12 = -6

=> 3x = 6

=> x = 2

Answer 2

x = -6

Explanation:

2 - 3(x + 4) = 8

=> 3(x + 4) = 2 - 8 = -6

=> x + 4 = -6/3 = -2

=> x = -2 - 4 = -6