Two-step equations. Solve X

4(x+3)=-24

first, distribute 4 to (x+3)

4x+12=-24

second, combine like terms

transpose 12 on the other side

take note that when transposing, the sign will change

4x=-24 + -12

third, add the constants

4x=-36 (when adding or subtracting two integers with same signs, their signs will remain)

fourth, divide them both by 4

since we are looking for the x

4x/4=-36/4

last, cancel the 4s on the left side

take note that when multiplying or dividing integers with different signs, their signs will be negative

x=-9

final x = -9

hope this helps!

yes

step-by-step explanation:

so of course you want to start by plugging the 5 in which goes to 7(5)+3(5)=50 because 7*5=35 and 3*5=15 and then add them together, then plug in the 5 to the other equation as well 9(5)+5=50 because 9*5= 45 and then add 5 and so yes they are equivalent.