Question

Enter the solution to the equation in the box.
5(x – 8) = 7(0 – 4)
x = 0

Answer 1

x = 12/5

Explanation:

5(x – 8) = 7(0 – 4) ⇔ 5x – 40 = 7(– 4) ⇔ 5x - 40 = -28 ⇔ 5x = 40-28

⇔ 5x = 12 ⇔ x = 12/5