Question

Use the algebra tiles to help you solve 3x+6=12

Answer 1

Hey there!

You have 3 x-tiles

+

6 = positive-tiles (+)

=

12 positive-tiles (+)

3x + 6 = 12

SUBTRACT 6 to BOTH SIDES

3x + 6 - 6 = 12 - 6

CANCEL out: 6 - 6 because it gives you 0

KEEP: 12 - 6 because it helps solve for the x-value

NEW EQUATION: 3x = 12 - 6

SIMPLIFY IT!

3x = 6

DIVIDE 3 to BOTH SIDES

3x/3 = 6/3

CANCEL out: 3/3 because it gives you 1

KEEP: 6/3 because it helps solve for the x-value

x = 6/3

SIMPLIFY IT!

x = 2

Therefore, your answer is: x = 2

Good luck on your assignment and enjoy your day!

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Answer 2

Answer:

2

Step-by-step explanation:

We subtract both sides by 6 (3x=6)

And then we divide by 3 (x=2)