Question

Solve the equation for x. 1 4 (2x + 8) = −16

Answer 1

Answer:Let's solve your equation step-by-step.

1

4

(2x+8)=−16

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

1

4

(2x+8)=−16

(

1

4

)(2x)+(

1

4

)(8)=−16(Distribute)

1

2

x+2=−16

Step 2: Subtract 2 from both sides.

1

2

x+2−2=−16−2

1

2

x=−18

Step 3: Multiply both sides by 2.

2*(

1

2

x)=(2)*(−18)

x=−36

Answer 2

Answer:

-36

Step-by-step explanation:

1/4(2x+8)=-16

2x+8=-16/(1/4)

2x+8=(-16/1)(4/1)

2x+8=-64/1

2x+8=-64

2x=-64-8

2x=-72

x=-72/2

x=-36