Question

Can someone help me with this?

Answer 1

Firstly, foil 2(4z - 1) and 3(z + 2): $8z-2 = 3z+6$

Next, subtract 3z on both sides: $5z-2=6$

Next, add 2 on both sides: $5z=8$

Lastly, divide both sides by 5, and your answer will be $z=\frac{8}{5}=1.6$