Question

solve for j.
4j + 8 = -8 + 2j
j =

Explanation:

Step1: Subtract 2j from both sides

$4j + 8 - 2j = -8 + 2j - 2j$
$2j + 8 = -8$

Step2: Subtract 8 from both sides

$2j + 8 - 8 = -8 - 8$
$2j = -16$

Step3: Divide both sides by 2

$\frac{2j}{2} = \frac{-16}{2}$
$j = -8$

Answer:

-8