Question

Solve: 2(x + 1) = −8

5

−3

−5

−4.5

Answer 1

Ok,
We would first want to distribute on the left side of the equation. Could you do that for me?

Answer 2

2(-5+1) = -8
x = -5

Answer 3

@NobodySpecial
We don't just give answers, nor do we not show our work.

Answer 4

2(x + 1) = −8
or, 2x + 2 = -8
or, 2x = -10
or, x = -5........................................Ans.

Answer 5

2(-5 + 1) = -8 is my work....

Answer 6

That isn't work, that is using a guess and check technique.
@goformit100 used an algebraic method that I had planned on guiding the asker through.

Answer 7

Guess and check works fine with multiple choice.

Answer 8

One last thing before I go,
Guess and check may work fine for multiple choice. However, to apply this to later problems that do not offer choices for answers; you need to know how to solve the problems algebraically.

Answer 9

@austinL
I agree completely.

Answer 10

I am Sorry Sir. Please Excuse me for my deeds :'(

Answer 11

@goformit100
You aren't the one that I was referring to...