Question

Solve the following equation for x.

5x+3(2x-8)=2(x+6)

Answer 1

Distribute.

`5x * 6x - 8 = 2x + 12`
Add like terms.

`11x - 8 = 2x + 12`
Get variables on one side.

`9x - 8 = 12`
Get whole numbers on the opposite.

`9x = 20`
Divide.

`x = (20)/(9)`
That's the answer.

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