Answer:
x = 3
Step-by-step explanation:
Use distributive property: a(b +c) =(a*b) + (a*c)
3(x + 6) = 27
3*x + 3*6 = 27
3x + 18 = 27 {Subtract 18 from both sides}
3x + 18 -18 = 27 - 18
3x = 9 {Divide both sides by 3}
3x/3 = 9/3
0.725kg or 725 grams
5.8 kg ÷ 8 star containers = 0.725 kg
