Question

3(x + 1) = −2(x − 1) + 6

Answer 1

Answer:

x=1

Step-by-step explanation:

3(x+1)=-2(x-1)+6

1) Distribute 3 to x and 1:

3x+3=-2(x-1)+6

2) Distribute -2 to x and -1:

3x+3=-2x+2+6

3) Combine alike terms:

3x+3=-2x+8

4) Add 2x to both sides:

5x+3=8

5) Subtract 3 from both sides:

5x=5

6) Divide both sides by 5:

x=1