What is a coefficient?

please explain correctly

any of the factors of a product considered in relation to a specific factor especially : a constant factor of a term as distinguished from a variable. 2a : a number that serves as a measure of some property or characteristic (as of a substance, device, or process) coefficient of expansion of a metal. b : measure

Step-by-step explanation:

in math it is this:

a numerical or constant quantity placed before and multiplying the variable in an algebraic expression (e.g. 4 in 4xy).

in physics it is this:

a multiplier or factor that measures some property

Step-by-step explanation:

x = -4

step-by-step explanation:

- 20 - 4(x + 3) = 4x

=> -20 - 4x - 12 = 4x

=> - 32 -4x = 4x

=> -32 = 4x + 4x

=> - 32 = 8x

=> -32/8 = x

=> -4 = x