To solve, we have to get x alone. First step is to distribute on both sides.
(1/2(10x) + 1/2(2)) = -3(2x) - -3(4))
5x + 1 = -6x + 12
Subtract 1 from both sides.
5x = -6x + 11
Now add 6x to both sides.
11x = 11
For our last step, divide 11 by both sides.
x = 1
