Question

Solve for x in the followirng equation. Express your answer nearest tenth. -2(3x-4)=2(x+6)

Answer 1

-0.5.

Explanation:

Let's solve the equation step by step:

-2(3x - 4) = 2(x + 6)

Distribute the -2 on the left side AND 2 on the right side:

-6x + 8 = 2x + 12

Subtract 2x from both sides:

-6x - 2x + 8 = 12

-8x + 8 = 12

Subtract 8 from both sides:

-8x = 4

Divide both sides by -8:

x = -0.5