solve the equation.\n$-x + 8 + 3x = x - 6$\n$x = -18$\n$x = -14$\n$x = 2$\n$x = 4$

Explanation:

Step1: Combine like terms on the left side

Combine (-x) and (3x) in (-x + 8+3x=x - 6). ((-x+3x)+8=x - 6) (2x + 8=x - 6)

Step2: Move (x) terms to one side

Subtract (x) from both sides. (2x - x+8=x - x - 6) (x + 8=-6)

Step3: Solve for (x)

Subtract (8) from both sides. (x+8 - 8=-6 - 8) (x=-14)

Answer:

(x = - 14) (the second option)