Question

72=2+5(-2–4x)
-4
4
-20
20
No solution

Answer 1

-4

Solution:

72 = 2 + 5(-2 - 4x)

Distribute right side

72 = 2 - 10 - 20x

Combine like terms

72 = -8 - 20x

Add 8 to both sides

80 = -20x

Divide -20 to both sides

-4 = x

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