Question

linear equations w/ distribution (lev 2)
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question
solve for x.
4(5x + 3) - 2x+ 2 = 32

Explanation:

Step1: Distribute the 4

$4\times5x+4\times3 - 2x+2 = 32$, which simplifies to $20x + 12-2x + 2=32$.

Step2: Combine like - terms

$(20x-2x)+(12 + 2)=32$, so $18x+14 = 32$.

Step3: Isolate the term with x

Subtract 14 from both sides: $18x+14 - 14=32 - 14$, getting $18x=18$.

Step4: Solve for x

Divide both sides by 18: $\frac{18x}{18}=\frac{18}{18}$, so $x = 1$.

Answer:

$x = 1$