Solve the equation below

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

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