Answer:
x= -6
Step-by-step explanation:
Step 1- Distribute
5x-40=7x-28
Step 2- Move x to one side
-5x -5x
Step 3- Add to both sides
-40=2x-28
+28 +28
Step 4- Divide
-12÷2=2x÷2
Conclusion is x= -6
5(x - 8)=7(x - 4)
5x - 40 = 7x - 28
5x - 12 = 7x
-12 = 2x
-6 = x
