5(X-4) +2= -173 what is value of x?

Mathematics

1 answer:

m_a_m_a [10]3 years ago

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Answer:

The value of x is -31.

Step-by-step explanation:

To solve this, follow the order of operations for solving equations. The step-by-step is listed below.

5(x - 4) + 2 = -173 ----> Subtract 2 from both sides

5(x - 4) = -175 ----> Divide both sides by 5

x - 4 = -35 ----> Add 4 to both sides

x = -31

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