How do you solve 2x = ( x + 4\cdot 2) \div 2?

1 Answer
Mar 3, 2018

x=8/3

Explanation:

Hey!

Let's start by simplifying the brackets

2x=(x+8)/2

Then we'll multiply both sides by 2

4x=x+8

Then we collect like terms

3x=8

And finally, divide both sides by 3

x=8/3

Good luck!