Question

–2x – 4 + 5x = 8 what are the steps ?

Answer 1

Answer:

easy

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

x=4

Step-by-step explanation:

Simplify the equation (combine the like terms)

-2x+5x= 3

3x-4=8

Solve for x

3x-4+4=8+4

3x= 12

3x/3= 12/3

x= 4

Always try to isolate the variable. Whenever you try to isolate it, perform the opposite operation.