Question

14. Find the value of x, given that 4(3x + 2) = 44.

Answer 1

Given that 4(3x+2) = 44 and that 12x+8 = 44, determine the value of x.

12x = 44 - 8

By applying the equation 12x = 36x = 36/12, we can deduce that x = 3.

Answer 2

x = 3

Explanation:

Let us use BODMAS:

1) 4(3x + 2) = 44 → We have to multiply 4 by what's in the brackets

2) 12x + 8 = 44 → We have to isolate the 12x, therefore, we have to move 8 to the other side. And remember, when we move a positive number to the other side, it turns negative.

3) 12x = 44 - 8 → Subtract 8 from 44

4) 12x = 36 → Now, we need the x alone. Therefore, we divide 12 by both sides.

5) x = 3