Question

Matt wants to solve the equation 3x +2 =12 which steps could matt follow to find the solution ​

Answer 1

Subtraction, and division.

Step-by-step explanation:

First you need to subtract to isolate the variable x.

3x + 2(-2) = 12(-2)

Matt is now left with 3x = 10, he now needs to use division.

3x/10 = 3.3x

I hope this is correct, I am rusty with this topic. Good luck with your studies.

Answer 2

x =
`(10)/(3)`

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1:

3x + 2 = 12 Equation.

Step 2:

3x + 2 − 2 = 12 − 2

3x = 10 Balance the Equation (Subtract 2).

Step 3:

`(3x)/(3) = (10)/(3)` Divide both sides by 3.

Hope this helps :)