To solve this equation, we will first distribute the -4:
-4(3x) - 4(10) - 2 = 54
-12x - 40 - 2 = 54
-12x - 42 = 54
Next, we will add 42 to both sides of the equation:
-12x = 96
Finally, we will divide by -12 to isolate x:
x = -8
Therefore, the solution to the equation is x = -8.
-4 ( 3x + 10) - 2 = 54
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