Question

How do you solve the equation 3(x+8)=17" align="absmiddle" class="latex-formula">3(x+8)=17

Answer 1

3(x + 8) = 17....distribute the 3 thru the parenthesis
3x + 24 = 17...subtract 24 from both sides
3x = 17 - 24
3x = -7...divide both sides by 3
x = -7/3 or -2 1/3 <===