How do you solve #2(x+5) = x-8 #?

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Answer 1 · 2017-04-15T12:38:05

#x=-18#

Simplify both sides if possible

#2(x+5)=x-8#

Using the distributive property, simplify the left hand side of the equation

#2x+10=x-8#

Group like terms. Remember, when you take a figure or a variable to the other side of the equation, the sign changes.

#2x-x=-8-10#

Simplify

#x=-18#