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7 June, 20:33

In the equation, 4 (x + 5) - 2x + 4 = 16, what is the first step that should be taken to solve for x?

a Distribute the four among the terms inside the parentheses

b Combine like terms.

c Subtract both sides of the equation by 4

d Divide both sides of the equation by 2

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  1. 7 June, 20:46
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    a Distribute the four among the terms inside the parentheses

    Step-by-step explanation:

    4 (x + 5) - 2x + 4 = 16

    The first step to solve for x is to distribute the 4

    4 x + 20 - 2x + 4 = 16

    Then we combine like terms

    2x + 24 = 16

    Then subtract 24 from both sides

    2x = - 8

    Then divide both sides by 2

    2x/2 = - 8/2

    x=-4
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