Question

WILL GIVE BRAINLIEST IF YOU SHOW WORK!PLZ QUICKLY!! What is the solution to the equation Negative 4 (2 x + 3) = 2 x + 6 minus (8 x + 2)? x = –10 x = –8 x = Negative five-halves x = Negative StartFraction 4 Over 7 EndFraction

Answer 1

Answer:

x = -8

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Write out the equation

-4(2x + 3) = 2x + 6 - (8x + 2)

Step 2: Distribute

-8x - 12 = 2x + 6 - 8x - 2

Step 3: Combine like terms

-8x - 12 = -6x + 4

Step 4: Isolate x's

-2x -12 = 4

-2x = 16

Step 5: Divide both sides by -2

x = -8