I was wondering if anyone could help me out on this problem?
2(5x + 8) = 6x + 20
When I did this problem I got 1, but I am not sure that is correct. Please help me
2(5x + 8) = 6x + 20
When I did this problem I got 1, but I am not sure that is correct. Please help me
Original equation 2(5x + 8) = 6x + 20
Multiply left side 10x + 16 = 6x + 20
Subtract 6x from both sides 4x + 16 = 20
Subtract 16 from both sides 4x = 4
Divide both sides by 4 x = 1
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