Answer:
x = 8.2
Step-by-step explanation:
5 (x - 3.8) = 22
5x - 19 = 22
5x = 22 + 19
5x = 41
x = 41/5
5x-19=22
5x=41 (add 19 to both sides)
x=8.2
5x-8
Use the distributive property first. This moves the equation along.
x-2+4x-6
Use the commutative property
The answer is 576 inches