Solve the equation 3(2x + 2) = 3x - 15

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Batatop asked Jan 1, 2023

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Solve the equation
3(2x + 2) = 3x - 15

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Batatop asked Jan 1, 2023

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3(2x + 2) = 3x - 15

• Using distributive property

6x + 6 = 3x - 15

• Solving the like terms

6x - 3x = - 15 - 6

3x = - 2 1

x = - (21)/(3)

x = - 7

Hope it helps you any confusions you may ask!

NatashaTheRobot answered Jan 5, 2023

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