Question

Solve the equation using the distributive property and properties of equality.

2 (x-8) = 68

What is the value of x?

A 26

B 30

C 38

D 42

Answer 1

The distributive property:
a(b + c) = ab + ac

2(x - 8) = 68
(2)(x) - (2)(8) = 68
2x - 16 = 68    |+16
2x = 84     |:2
x = 42
Answer: D. 42

Answer 2

Answer:

42, the last option.

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