-2(x-4)=-16
SOLVE FOR X!!

x = 12

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDASEquality Properties

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define equation

-2(x - 4) = -16

Step 2: Solve for x

Distribute -2:                    -2x + 8 = -16Isolate x term:                  -2x = -24Isolate x:                           x = 12

Step 3: Check

Plug in x to verify it's a solution.

Substitute:                    -2(12 - 4) = -16Subtract:                       -2(8) = -16Multiply:                        -16 = -16

Here we see that -16 does indeed equal -16.

∴ x = 12 is a solution of the equation.

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