Solve for x.
4x - 8 = -3(2x + 6)

x= -1

Step-by-step explanation:

First, distribute the -3 through the parentheses

4x-8= -3(2x+6)

= 4x-8= -6x-18

Second, move the variable to the left-hand side and change its sign

4x+6x= -18+8

10x= -10

Divide both sides by 10

x=-1