Question

$1 + 4(2x + 1) = 5$

Explanation:

Step1: Expand the parentheses

$1 + 8x + 4 = 5$

Step2: Combine constant terms

$8x + 5 = 5$

Step3: Isolate the variable term

$8x = 5 - 5$
$8x = 0$

Step4: Solve for x

$x = \frac{0}{8}$

Answer:

$x = 0$