Question

3(2x + 2) - 1x - 2 = 39​

Answer 1

x = 7

Explanation:

1. Distribute 3 to the what is inside the parenthesis

6x + 6 - x -2 = 39

2. Combine like terms

5x +4 = 39

3. Move the 4 to the same side as the 39

5x = 35

4. Divide both sides by 5

x = 7

Answer 2

x=7

Explanation:

6x+6-x-2=39

5x+4=39

-4 -4

5x=35/5