Answer:
= -14
Step-by-step explanation:
Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.
3(2x+4)=5x−2
(3)(2x)+(3)(4)=5x+−2(Distribute)
6x+12=5x+−2
6x+12=5x−2
Step 2: Subtract 5x from both sides.
6x+12−5x=5x−2−5x
x+12=−2
Step 3: Subtract 12 from both sides.
x+12−12=−2−12
x=−14
