Solve the equation: -3 (x+2)=6

A.
x=7

B.
x=0

C.
x=-5

D.
x=-4

1 answer

To solve the equation, we need to distribute the -3 on the left side:

-3(x+2) = 6
-3x - 6 = 6

Now, add 6 to both sides:

-3x = 12

Divide by -3 to solve for x:

x = -4

So, the correct answer is D. x = -4.