Question

Solve the equation below
3x—5(x+2)=-40

Answer 1

Answer:

x = 15

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1:  Distribute

3x - 5(x) - 5(2) = -40

3x - 5x - 10 = -40

Step 2:  Combine like terms

-2x - 10 = -40

Step 3:  Add 10 to both sides

-2x - 10 + 10 = -40 + 10

Step 4:  Divide both side by -2

-2x / -2 = -30 / -2

x = 15