4(х-8)=-5

To solve the equation \( 4(x - 8) = -5 \), follow these steps:

1. Distribute the 4 on the left side:

   \[ 4x - 32 = -5 \]

2. Add 32 to both sides:

   \[ 4x - 32 + 32 = -5 + 32 \] \[ 4x = 27 \]

3. Divide by 4:

   \[ x = \frac{27}{4} \]

So the solution is:

\[ x = 6.75 \quad \text{or} \quad x = \frac{27}{4} \]