Question

question 19 of 40
solve $2(x - 8) + 3 = -9$.

a. $x = -11$

b. $x = -2$

c. $x = -14$

d. $x = 2$

Explanation:

Step1: Expand the left side

$2x - 16 + 3 = -9$

Step2: Simplify constants

$2x - 13 = -9$

Step3: Add 13 to both sides

$2x = 4$

Step4: Divide by 2

$x = 2$

Answer:

D. x=2