Solve for x. 20(2x−8)=440

Answer 1

To solve for x, we need to isolate x on one side of the equation.

First, distribute 20 to the terms inside the parentheses:

20(2x - 8) = 440
40x - 160 = 440

Next, add 160 to both sides of the equation to move the constant term to the other side:

40x - 160 + 160 = 440 + 160
40x = 600

Divide both sides of the equation by 40 to solve for x:

40x/40 = 600/40
x = 15

Therefore, the value of x is 15.