Question

1. What is the value of x in the equation 4x – 2(x + 3) = 8? (LT 1a)
a. x = 1 b. x = 2.5
C. X = 3.5
d. x = 7

Answer 1

Answer:

D

Step-by-step explanation:

4x - 2(x + 3) = 8

Use distributive property

4x -2x - 6 = 8

2x - 6 = 8

2x = 8 + 6

2x = 14

x = 14 ÷ 2

x = 7