Question

Solve for x 1/3 (2x - 8) = 4. (1 point)
2
6
10
10/3

Answer 1

1/3(2x - 8) = 4 --- multiply both sides by 3 (the reciprocal)
2x - 8 = 12 -- add 8 to both sides
2x = 12 + 8
2x = 20
x = 10