Answer:Let's solve your equation step-by-step.
1
4
(2x+8)=−16
Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.
1
4
(2x+8)=−16
(
1
4
)(2x)+(
1
4
)(8)=−16(Distribute)
1
2
x+2=−16
Step 2: Subtract 2 from both sides.
1
2
x+2−2=−16−2
1
2
x=−18
Step 3: Multiply both sides by 2.
2*(
1
2
x)=(2)*(−18)
x=−36
