Question

How do you solve `-8(2x+1)=20`?

Answer 1

By arranging the equation. `x=-7/4`

Explanation:

`-8(2x+1) = 20`

`-16x - 8 = 20`

`-16x = 20 +8`

`-16x = 28`

`x = 28/(-16)`

`x = -7/4`