Answer and Step-by-step explanation:
Let's solve your equation step-by-step.
−2(x+5)=4
Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.
−2(x+5)=4
(−2)(x)+(−2)(5)=4(Distribute)
−2x+−10=4
−2x−10=4
Step 2: Add 10 to both sides.
−2x−10+10=4+10
−2x=14
Step 3: Divide both sides by -2.
-2x/2 = 14/-2
x equals...
x=-7
