Question

Solve for x: 4(x + 2) = 3(x − 2)

Answer 1

`\huge\boxed{\sf x = -14}`

Explanation:

Given equation:

4(x + 2) = 3(x - 2)

• Distribute

4x + 8 = 3x - 6

• Subtract 3x from both sides

4x - 3x + 8 = -6

x + 8 = -6

• Subtract 8 from both sides

x = -6 - 8

x = -14

`\rule[225]{225}{2}`