An equation is shown below: 5(2x - 8) + 15 = -15

Write the steps you will use to solve the equation and explain each step.

x=1

Step-by-step explanation:

5(2x - 8) + 15 = -15

Distribute

10x -40 +15  = -15

Combine like terms

10x -25 = -15

Add 25 to each side

10x -25+25 = -15+25

10x =10

Divide by 10

10x/10 = 10/10

x=1

You would Use the order of operations

Step-by-step explanation:

first solve what's inside of the parentheses (2x - 8)

then solve multiplication 5 × (2x - 8)

and finally solve addition + 15

and that will equal -15

answer: -0.5 would be the most likley outcome

step-by-step explanation:

answer: c.  

step-by-step explanation:

mixtures containing substances that get attracted to magnet can be separated using a magnet. we can separate iron from a mixture of sand and iron, as only iron attracts to the magnet.