How do you solve 2(x+5) = x-8 ?
1 Answer
Apr 15, 2017
Explanation:
Simplify both sides if possible
2(x+5)=x-8
Using the distributive property, simplify the left hand side of the equation
2x+10=x-8
Group like terms. Remember, when you take a figure or a variable to the other side of the equation, the sign changes.
2x-x=-8-10
Simplify
x=-18