Respuesta :

Space

Answer:

x = 5

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Equality Properties

  • Multiplication Property of Equality
  • Division Property of Equality
  • Addition Property of Equality
  • Subtraction Property of Equality

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify

2(x + 8) = 26

Step 2: Solve for x

  1. [Division Property of Equality] Divide 2 on both sides:                                  x + 8 = 13
  2. [Subtraction Property of Equality] Subtract 8 on both sides:                        x = 5