Question

Which value of x makes 7+5 (x-3)=22 a true statement

Answer 1

Answer:

x = 6

Step-by-step explanation:

7 + 5(x - 3) = 22

First, distribute the 5 on the left side.

7 + 5x - 15 = 22

Now, combine like terms on the left side.

5x - 8 = 22

Add 8 to both sides.

5x = 30

Divide both sides by 5.

x = 6

Answer 2

Answer:

x=6

Step-by-step explanation:

7+5 (x-3)=22

Subtract 7 from each side

7-7+5 (x-3)=22-7

5(x-3) = 15

Divide each side by 5

5(x-3)/5 = 15/5

x-3 = 3

Add 3 to each side

x-3+3=3+3

x=6