Can someone please help me with this math probelm??? Please show ALL the steps. Thanks

5x + 3(-2x - 10) = 25

What is the value of x?

Respuesta :

Hey there,

5x + 3(-2x - 10) = 25

Distribute the 3 inside the parentheses
5x - 6x - 30 = 25

Combine like terms
-x - 30 = 25

Add 30 on both sides
-x - 30 = 25
+ 30 + 30

Divide by -1 both sides
-x = 55
/- /-

x = -55

Hope I helped :)

~Char