Question

Solve for x.-4(x+3) = 2x-5+2(6x+4)Simplify your answer as much as possible.

Answer 1

Solve:

-4(x + 3) = 2x - 5 + 2(6x + 4)

Operating the parentheses:

-4x - 12 = 2x - 5 + 12x + 8

Adding 12:

-4x = 2x - 5 + 12x + 8 + 12

Collecting like terms:

-4x = 14x + 15

Subtracting 14x:

-18x = 15

Dividing by -18:

`x=(15)/(-18)`

Simplifying by 3:

`x=-(5)/(6)`