Question

Multiply the number 8. Add 4 to the product. Divide this sum by 2. Subtract 2 from the quotient

Answer 1

$\frac{8x + 4}{2} - 2 = \frac{8x + 4}{2} - 2 = \frac{8x}{2} + \frac{4}{2} - 2 = 4x + 2 - 2 = 4x$