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Answer :

Answer:

x = 4

Step-by-step explanation:

x + 4(x+5) = 40 (Given)

x + 4x + 20 = 40 (Distribute the 4 into the x and 5)

5x + 20 = 40 (Add like terms)

5x = 20 (Subtract 20 on both sides)

x = 4 (Divide 5 on both sides)