Question

Which statement shows a correct next step equation? For 4(x-3)-5(x+1)=3

Answer 1

X=-20 because u solve for x by simplifying both sides of the equation

Answer 2

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

4(x−3)−5(x+1)=3

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

4(x−3)−5(x+1)=3

(4)(x)+(4)(−3)+(−5)(x)+(−5)(1)=3(Distribute)

4x+−12+−5x+−5=3

(4x+−5x)+(−12+−5)=3(Combine Like Terms)

−x+−17=3

−x−17=3

Step 2: Add 17 to both sides.

−x−17+17=3+17

−x=20

Step 3: Divide both sides by -1.

−x−1=20−1

x=−20