Solve 4(x+3)=2x+8

Expand brackets on LHS4x+12=2x+8Collect "like" terms4x-2x=8-122x=-4Divide both sides by 2 to solve for xx=-4/2=-2Final Answerx=-2

JM
Answered by Joe M. Maths tutor

2952 Views

See similar Maths GCSE tutors

Related Maths GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Express 56 as the product of its prime factors.


Point A has coordinates (1,0) and Point B has coordinates (2,5). Find the angle between the line AB and the x-axis. (3)


Work out 3 3/4 x 2 6/7 giving your answer as a mixed number in its simplest form.


Tim stretches by leaning against a pole that is 1.5 metres tall and at a right angle to the floor. Tim is standing 0.5 metres away from the pole, how tall is Tim; leaving your answer in terms of metres? (2.d.p)


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2025 by IXL Learning