Which value of x makes this equation true? Select correct answer.
Answer:
C
Step-by-step explanation:
Given
- 12x - 2(x + 9) = 5(x + 4) ← distribute parenthesis on both sides
- 12x - 2x - 18 = 5x + 20, that is
- 14x - 18 = 5x + 20 ( subtract 5x from both sides )
- 19x - 18 = 20 ( add 18 to both sides )
- 19x = 38 ( divide both sides by - 19 )
x = - 2 → C
Answer:
x=-2
Step-by-step explanation:
-12x-2(x+9)=5(x+4)
-12x-2x-18=5x+20
-14x-5x=20+18
-19x=38
x=38/-19
x=-2