Question

What is the value of x in the equation 3(2x+8)=0

Answer 1

The correct answer is -4

Explanation:

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Answer 2

x = -4

Explanation:

3(2x+8)=0

Divide each side by 3

3/3(2x+8)=0/3

2x+8 = 0

Subtract 8 from each side

2x+8-8=0-8

2x = -8

Divide by 2

2x/2 = -8/2

x = -4