Algebra 2 Solve for variable?

Question

2-3(x+4)=8

x= -6, but how do I solve it.

Answer 1

2-3(x+4) = 8

This is a very simple algebric equation. All u need to do is follow the basics of mathematics.

First of all multiply the bracket term by 3

-3 multiply by x = -3x

-3 multiply by 4 = -12

Now our equation is

2 - 3x - 12 = 8

Now take 2 and -12 to that side and thus change their signs.

2 becomes -2 and -12 becomes +12

-3x=8-2+12

-3x=18

x =  18 divided -3

x =  -6

Hope it helps!

Answer 2

2-3(x+4)=8  - - - > first you do the multiplication:

2-3x-12=8 - - - - > Combine the 2 and the -12:

-10-3x=8 - - - - - > Add ten to both sides

-3x = 18 - - - - - -> Divide both sides by -3

x = -6