−2(2x−___)+1=17−4x

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−​2(2x−​___)+1=17−4x
my teacher doesn't teach us any of this.... please help me

Reiny · Accepted Answer

−​2(2x−​___)+1=17−4x -4x - 2(?) + 1 = 17 - 4x well the -4x match so for the left side to be equal to the right side -2(?) + 1 = 17 -2(?) = 16 (?) = -8 check by putting -8 in the missing spot and evaluating.

Mallorie help · Answer

TYSM omg thanks

Geiniy · Answer

isn't it just 8 tho

Reiny · Answer

Geiniy, you are correct, messed up the sign missing part is +8

−​2(2x−​___)+1=17−4x

−2(2x−___)+1=17−4x