Question

Solve the equation 6(3x + 4) = 4x − 4.

Answer 1

Answer:

x = -2

Step-by-step explanation:

6(3x + 4) = 4x − 4

Distribute:

18x + 24 = 4x - 4

18x - 4x + 24 = -4

14x + 24 = -4

14x = -4 - 24

14x = -28

x = -28 / 14

x = -2

Answer 2

Answer:

x = - 2

Step-by-step explanation:

Given

6(3x + 4) = 4x - 4 ← distribute parenthesis on left side

18x + 24 = 4x - 4 ( subtract 4x from both sides )

14x + 24 = - 4 ( subtract 24 from both sides )

14x = - 28 ( divide both sides by 14 )

x = - 2