Can someone help with this math problem? 3 (x+6) = 27

Mathematics

1 answer:

Ainat [17]2 years ago

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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

x = 3

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