Solve for x: 4(x - 5) + 12 = 3x - 2.

A x = -10

B x = 6

C x = 12

D x = 18

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Distribute: 4x - 20 + 12 = 3x - 2. Combine terms: 4x - 8 = 3x - 2. Subtract 3x: x - 8 = -2. Add 8: x = 6.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Solve for x: 4(x - 5) + 12 = 3x - 2." is Option B: x = 6.

The other options — A) x = -10, C) x = 12, D) x = 18 — are incorrect for this GED Exam Prep question. As explained above: Distribute: 4x - 20 + 12 = 3x - 2. Combine terms: 4x - 8 = 3x - 2. Subtract 3x: x - 8 = -2. Add 8: x = 6.

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Solve for x: 4(x - 5) + 12 = 3x - 2.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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