Question

Solve the equation.

8 (4 - x) = 7x + 2​

Answer 1

x = 2

Explanation:

8(4 - x) = 7x + 2

Distribute the 8 on the left side.

32 - 8x = 7x + 2

Subtract 7x from both sides.

32 - 15x = 2

Subtract 32 from both sides.

-15x = -30

Divide both sides by -15.

x = 2

Answer 2

2

Explanation:

8 ( 4 - x ) = 7x + 2

(Expand brackets

32 - 8x = 7x + 2

(-7x from both sides)

-15x = -30

(Divide by -15 from both sides)

x=2