Question

What is the solution of the equation 4(X+5)=X+8

Answer 1

4 ( x + 5 ) = x + 8

4 * x + 4 * 5 = x + 8

4 x + 20 = x + 8

4 x - x = 8 - 20

3 x = -12

x = -12 / 3

x = - 4

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