Solve the equation
5(x + 8) = 4(x - 8) + x
Select the correct choice below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice.
O A. The solution is
(Simplify your answer.)
OB. The solution is all real numbers.
O C. There is no solution.

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Answer:

  A. the solution is x = -72

Step-by-step explanation:

Eliminating parentheses gives ...

  5x +40 = 4x -32

  x = -72 . . . . . . . . . . . subtract (4x+40)

There is one solution: x = -72.