Answer:
x = 9
Step-by-step explanation:
8(x) + 8(-5) = 2(2x - 2)
8x - 40 = 2(2x - 2)
8x - 40 = 2(2x) + 2(-2)
8x - 40 = 4x - 4
8x - 40 + 40 = -4 = 40
4x = 36
4x/4 = 36/4
x = 36/4
