Answer:
x = - 1
Step-by-step explanation:
Given
3(x + 1) = - 2(x - 1) - 4 ← distribute parenthesis on both sides
3x + 3 = - 2x + 2 - 4, that is
3x + 3 = - 2x - 2 ( add 2x to both sides )
5x + 3 = - 2 ( subtract 3 from both sides )
5x = - 5 ( divide both sides by 5 )
x = - 1
