Question

Solve the equation to find the value of x. 2(x+3)=18 Enter your answer in the box x= __

Answer 1

2(x + 3) = 18
2x + 6 = 18
      - 6 = 
2x = 12
Divide 2
x = 6

Answer 2

Divide both sides by the numeric factor on the left side, then solve. So your answer is X=6