The correct way to solve this equation would be: 7=5+3(x-4) Distribute the Brackets. 3*x=3x 3*4=12 7=5+3x-12 Add like terms. 7=-7+3x Add 7 to both sides. (7)+7=(-7+3x)+7 14=3x Divide both sides by 3. (14)/3=(3x)/3 4.6667 or 14/3 =x
Both answers are incorrect. Some the significant mistakes: -Didn't follow BEDMAS -How did 7=8(x-4) turn into 78=x-4?
