SOLUTION: -2(x+1)+3x=14 - i've been working on this problem for a while, I know the answer, but I don't understand how it was obtained. Can you help me understand what I"m doing wrong,please

Question 949074: -2(x+1)+3x=14 - i've been working on this problem for a while, I know the answer, but I don't understand how it was obtained. Can you help me understand what I"m doing wrong,please?

Answer by macston(5194) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
-2(x+1)+3x=14 Multiply the -2.
-2x-2+3x=14 Combine like terms.
x-2=14 Add 2 to each side.
x=16 ANSWER x=16
Let me know if I misunderstood your equation or if you still don't understand this
Mac
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