Question

Use the Distributive Property to solve the equation
- 2(x + 7) = 4
Apply the Distributive Property and simplify.
- 2x + [-14]=4
The solution is?
(Type the value of x.)

Answer 1

Answer:

x = -9

Step-by-step explanation:

- 2(x + 7) = 4

Distribute

-2x -14 = 4

Add 14 to each side

-2x-14+14 = 4+14

-2x = 18

Divide each side by -2

-2x/-2 = 18/-2

x = -9