What does 4 (m-2) = 2 (m-9) equal

m = - 5

Step-by-step explanation:

Simplify both sides of the equation.

4 (m-2) = 2 (m-9)

(4) (m) + (4) (-2) = (2) (m) + (2) (-9) (Distribute)

4m+-8=2m+-18

4m-8=2m-18

Subtract 2m from both sides.

4m-8-2m=2m-18-2m

2m-8=-18

Add 8 to both sides.

2m-8+8=-18+8

2m=-10

Divide both sides by 2.

2m/2 = - 10/2

m = - 5