Put the steps of solving the equation for 2 in order from the first step through finding the value of 2.
4 - 2x = - 5(x + 7)
(1 point)
4 - 2x = - 5x - 35
4 - 2x + 5x = - 5x + 5x - 35
4 + 3x = - 35
(3t)/3 = 30/3
z = - 13
4 - 4 + 3x = - 35 - 4
= 3x = - 39
1. 4 - 2x = - 5(x + 7)
2. Distribute the -5 to (x + 7): 4 - 2x = -5x - 35
3. Combine like terms: -2x + 5x = -5x + 5x - 35
4. Simplify: 3x = -35
5. Divide both sides by 3: (3x)/3 = -35/3
6. Simplify: x = -35/3
The value of x is found, not 2.