Question

Solve the given equation showing all your work for full credit.
2/3(x – 7) = -2

Answer 1

x=4

Explanation:

2/3(x – 7) = -2

2(x - 7)/3 = -2

2(x-7)=-6

2x-2*7=-6

2x-14=-16

2x=8

2x/2=8/2

x=2^3/2

x=2^3-1

x=4