Question

Spiral Review Solve the equation. 3(x - 1) = 27 – 2x Enter the correct answer in the box be ​

Answer 1

x = 6

Explanation:

3(x - 1) = 27 - 2x

Multiply out the brackets: 3x - 3 = 27 - 2x

Collect like terms: 3x + 2x = 27 + 3

5x = 30

Divide both sides by 5: x = 6