Question

2x+3x+1=21
Solve and show work

Answer 1

x=4

Explanation:

2x+3x+1=21

Simplify both sides of the equation.

2x+3x+1=21

(2x+3x)+(1)=21(Combine Like Terms)

5x+1=21

5x+1=21

Subtract 1 from both sides.

5x+1−1=21−1

5x=20

Divide both sides by 5.

5x /5 = 20 /5

x=4

Answer 2

x=4

Explanation:

2x+3x+1=21

(2x+3x)+(1)=21

5x+1=21

5x+1=21

Step 2: Subtract 1 from both sides.

5x+1−1=21−1

5x=20

Step 3: Divide both sides by 5.