saltern20333
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  • 29-09-2020
  • Mathematics
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Consider the equation below. -2(5x + 8) = 14 + 6x​

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Underlover127 Underlover127
  • 29-09-2020

Answer:

-1.875

Step-by-step explanation:

1. Write the problem: -2(5x + 8) = 14 + 6x

2. Multiply -2 by 5 and 8 to get: -10x - 16 = 14 + 6x

3. Combine like terms: -16x - 16 = 14

4. Repeat step 3: -16x = 30

5. Divide -16 by 30 to get the answer which is -1.875.

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chrisrainey
chrisrainey chrisrainey
  • 23-11-2021

1: Distribute -2 to 5x and 8.

2:Subtract 6x.

3:Add 16.

4:Divide by -16.

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