Question

What is the first step to solve 4 (3x-2)=-24

Answer 1

Distribute 4 to 3x and -2

Explanation:

4(3x - 2) = -24

Distribute:

12x - 8 = -24

Add 8 to both sides:

12x = -16

Divide 12 from both sides:

x = -1 1/3

Answer 2

multiply 4 with the numbers and variables inside the bracket so u are gonna get 12x - 8 = -24