How many solutions does the equation 4x + 8 = -2 - 2 + 5x have?

Solution:

Given, the equation is 4x + 8 = -2 - 2 + 5x

4x + 8 = -4 + 5x

Grouping of common terms,

4x - 5x = -4 - 8

-x = -12

x = 12

Therefore, the solution is x = 12

Example:  How many solutions does the equation 3x + 10 = -3 - 5 + 5x have?

Solution:

Given, the equation is 3x + 10 = -3 - 5 + 5x

3x + 10 = -8 + 5x

Grouping of common terms,

3x - 5x = -8 - 10

-2x = -18

x = 18/2

x = 9

Therefore, the solution is x = 9

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How many solutions does the equation 4x + 8 = -2 - 2 + 5x have?

Summary:

The equation 4x + 8 = -2 - 2 + 5x has one solution i.e.x = 12.