Question

What is the value of x that makes the given equation true?​ 2(x−8)=x+5x​

Answer 1

x = - 4

Explanation:

Given

2(x - 8) = x + 5x ← distribute left side and simplify right side

2x - 16 = 6x ( subtract 6x from both sides )

- 4x - 16 = 0 ( add 16 to both sides )

- 4x = 16 ( divide both sides by - 4 )

x = - 4