3 years ago

2(x-5)+8=4what does x equal?

Mathematics

1 answer:

Ostrovityanka [42]3 years ago

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Answer:

x=3

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

2(x−5)+8=4

(2)(x)+(2)(−5)+8=4(Distribute)

2x+−10+8=4

(2x)+(−10+8)=4(Combine Like Terms)

2x+−2=4

2x−2=4

Step 2: Add 2 to both sides.

2x−2+2=4+2

2x=6

Step 3: Divide both sides by 2.

2x/2 = 6/2

x=3

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2(x-5)+8=4what does x equal?​

2(x-5)+8=4what does x equal?