Question

Solve the equation: -18 = 6(2 + x)

Answer 1

x = -5

Explanation:

first, you distribute the 6, which gives you -18=12+6x. then you subtract the 12 on both sides giving you -30=6x. Finally you divide the 6 from the x and the -30 which leaves you with -5 = x

Answer 2

-30

Explanation:

Multiply 6 and 2 to get 12

Then subtract -18 and 12 to get -30 and

-30 divided by x or 1 is -30