Solving Linear Equations Using Property of Equality
Solve the fol...
Question
Solve the following equation:
0 = -4(x + 2) + 32
A
x = 10
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B
x = 6
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C
x = -8
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D
x = -6
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Solution
The correct option is B x = 6 0 = -4(x + 2) + 32
Taking variable term on the LHS
4(x + 2) = 32
Dividing by 4, ⇒(x + 2) = 8
x = 8 - 2 = 6
Hence, x = 6 is the solution of the equation.