3 years ago

Solve the equation. Simplify your answer. 3(x - 2) = 6(5 + x) x = [?]

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1 answer:

sammy [17]3 years ago

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Answer:

-12 =x

Step-by-step explanation:

3(x - 2) = 6(5 + x)

Distribute

3x -6 = 30 +6x

Subtract 3x from each side

3x-6-3x = 30 +6x-3x

-6 = 30+3x

Subtract 30 from each side

-6 -30 = 30+3x-30

-36 = 3x

Divide each side by 3

-36/3 = 3x/3

-12 =x

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