Question

8(-2x - 1) = 24 what is the answer and how do you solve for it

Answer 1

Answer:

x= -2

Step-by-step explanation:

-16x-8=24

−16x−8=24

−16×=32

answer x=-2

1. add 8 to both sides

2.simplify

Answer 2

Answer:

x = -2

Step-by-step explanation:

8(-2x - 1) = 24

-16x - 8 = 24

-16x = 32

x = -2