Question

How many solutions can be found for the linear equation?

4(x + 5) - 5 =
8x + 18
2

Answer 1

Answer:

$4x + 20 - 5 = 0 \\ 4x + 15 = 0 \\ 4x = - 15 \\ x = - \frac{15}{4}$

Step-by-step explanation:

$8x + 18 = 0 \\ 8x = - 18 \\ x = - \frac{18}{8} \\ x = - \frac{9}{4}$