Question

How do I do this problem -6(x+1)-18=26+4

Answer 1

Answer:

x=-9

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

−6(x+1)−18=26+4

(−6)(x)+(−6)(1)+−18=26+4(Distribute)

−6x+−6+−18=26+4

(−6x)+(−6+−18)=(26+4)(Combine Like Terms)

−6x+−24=30

−6x−24=30

Step 2: Add 24 to both sides.

−6x−24+24=30+24

−6x=54

Step 3: Divide both sides by -6.

−6x

−6

=

54

−6

x=−9

Answer:

x=−9