Question

Maria solved an equation as shown below.

3 (x + 6) = 5 (x minus 4). 3 x + 18 = 5 x minus 20. 38 = 2 x. 19 = x.

What is the solution to Maria’s equation?
19
38
no solution
infinitely many solutions

Answer 1

19

Explanation:

Answer 2

19

Explanation:

3 (x + 6) = 5 (x - 4).

3x + 18 = 5x - 20.

38 = 2 x.

19 = x.