Solve for x

Question

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​5(2x−8)=−30


(1 point)

Answer 1

To solve the equation \( 5(2x - 8) = -30 \), follow these steps:

1. Distribute the \( 5 \) on the left side:

   \[ 10x - 40 = -30 \]

2. Add \( 40 \) to both sides:

   \[ 10x - 40 + 40 = -30 + 40 \]

   This simplifies to:

   \[ 10x = 10 \]

3. Divide both sides by \( 10 \):

   \[ x = 1 \]

So, the solution is:

\[ \boxed{1} \]