Question

How many solutions does 7( X -5 ) = X +13

Answer 1

Answer:

x=8 (one solution)

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

7(x−5)=x+13

(7)(x)+(7)(−5)=x+13(Distribute)

7x+−35=x+13

7x−35=x+13

Step 2: Subtract x from both sides.

7x−35−x=x+13−x

6x−35=13

Step 3: Add 35 to both sides.

6x−35+35=13+35

6x=48

Step 4: Divide both sides by 6.

x=8

Answer 2

Answer:

x = 8 (one solution)

Step-by-step explanation:

7x - 35 = x + 13

-x            -x

6x - 35 = 13

     +35   + 35

6x = 48

divided by six on both sides

x = 8