Question

what is 2x + 4 = 5x – 8????

Answer 1

Answer:

x = 4.

Step-by-step explanation:

2x + 4 = 5x – 8

Subtract 2x from both sides:

4 = 5x - 2x - 8

Add 8 to both sides:

4 + 8 = 3x

3x = 12

x = 4.