Question

Solve 3x +2=5.

A. Model 3x +2=5.
B. Perform the step to have the variables (circles) alone on one side.
C. Write the resulting step.
D. Divide the variables (circles) and numbers (squares) into equal groups.
E. Show the value of one group.

Answer 1

x = 1

Explanation:

3x + 2 = 5

Inverse oeprations

3x + 2 = 5

-2 -2

3x = 3

/3 /3

x = 1