Solve the following multistep equation. show all steps. 5 (x-10) = -2

9.6

Step-by-step explanation:

5 (x-10) = -2

Open the bracket

5x-50=-2

Add 50 to both sides

5x=-2+50

5x=48

Divide both sides by 5

X=9.6

9.600

Step-by-step explanation:

Rearrange the equation by subtracting what is to the right of the equal sign from both sides of the equation:

5 * (x-10) - (-2) = 0

5x - 48 = 0

Add 48 to both sides of the equation:

5x = 48

Divide both sides of the equation by 5:

x = 48/5 = 9.600