Solve for x : −2(3x−15)−4=56 .(1 point)

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To solve for x, we need to isolate the variable on one side of the equation. Let's begin:

−2(3x−15)−4=56

First, distribute the -2 to the terms inside the parentheses:

-6x + 30 - 4 = 56

Combine like terms:

-6x + 26 = 56

Next, subtract 26 from both sides of the equation:

-6x = 30

Finally, divide both sides by -6 to solve for x:

x = -5

Therefore, the solution is x = -5.