how do i solve 26-2x=10-8x
Mathematics · Middle School · Thu Feb 04 2021
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Given:
26 - 2x = 10 - 8x
Determine the value of x.
Solution:
In order to determine the value of x, we simply need to transpose -8x and 26 to the opposite sides of the equation, hence it must be taken to note that in transposing a number, the sign changes
26 - 2x = 10 - 8x
8x - 2x = 10 - 26
6x = -16
Divide both sides by 6 in order to determine the value of x.
6x/6 = -16/6
x = -8/3
Final answer:
x = -8/3