Question

Solve for X. 4(2x + 5) + 2x + 3 = -11

Answer 1

We can begin by rewriting the problem:

4(2x + 5) + 2x + 3 = -11

Let’s solve in steps.

1. Distribute

8x + 20 + 2x + 3 = -11

2. Combine like terms

10x + 23 = -11

3. Subtract 23 from both sides

10x + (23 - 23) = -11 - 23

10x = -34

4. Divide both sides by 10

10 / 10 = 1 (or x)

-34 / 10 = -3.4

Therefore, x = -3.4.

Answer 2

Answer:

-3.4

Step-by-step explanation:

8x+20+2x+3=-11

10x+23=-11

10x=-34

x=-3.4