Question

Solve for x.
9(x+1)=25+x
x=2
0x=3
O x=4
O x=5

Answer 1

x = 2

Explanation:

9(x + 1) = 25 + x ← distribute parenthesis on left side

9x + 9 = 25 + x ( subtract x from both sides )

8x + 9 = 25 ( subtract 9 from both sides )

8x = 16 ( divide both sides by 8 )

x = 2

Answer 2

Explanation:

9(x+1) = 25+x

open the bracket

9x + 9 = 25+x

collect like terms

9x-x = 25-9

8x = 16

x = 2