Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:
Lets start by working with our numbers on the right side of the equation.
Begin by using distributive property, turning:
<em>2x = 8(4x - 5)</em> into <em>2x = 32x - 40</em>
To make things easier, lets subtract 32x on both sides
-30x = 40
Finally, divide by -30 on both sides to get our answered, simplified if necessary: