SOLUTION: -8(4+9x)=7(-2-11x) I tried to isolate the variable..but then I realized I don't know how to...Thanks if you can help.

Question 53731This question is from textbook Algebra 1
: -8(4+9x)=7(-2-11x)

I tried to isolate the variable..but then I realized I don't know how to...Thanks if you can help. This question is from textbook Algebra 1

Answer by Earlsdon(6294) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Solve:
First, apply the distributive property to both sides of the equation.
Now add 77x to both sides.
Add 32 to both sides.
Finally, divide both sides by 5.

x = 3 3/5 or x = 3.6
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