Question

Solve for X
5(x + 8) = -10

Answer 1

x= -10

Explanation:

5(x+8)=-10

5x+40=-10

move the 40 to the other side

5x=-10-40

5x= -50

divide 5 by both sides to get rid of the x.

x=-10

Answer 2

x = -10

Explanation:

5 (x + 8) = -10

5x + 40 = -10

5x = -50

x= -10