what is the solution to -2(8x-4) 2x+5?​

Mathematics · College · Thu Feb 04 2021

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Given the numerical equation:

-2 (8x - 4) = 2x + 5

Solve for x.

Solution:

In order to solve for x, we simply need to distribute first -2 to each value inside the parenthesis. 

-2( 8x - 4 ) = 2x + 5

-16x + 8 = 2x + 5

Transpose -16x and 5 to the opposite sides of the equation, hence it must be taken to note that in transposing a number, the sign changes.

8 - 5 = = 2x + 16x

3 = 18x

Divide both sides by 18 to cancel out 18x, leaving behind x.

18x/18 = 3/18

x = 1/6

Final answer:

x = 1/6

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