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Solve 3(x+4)-11=28 please

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Answer:


\huge\boxed{\sf x = 9}

Explanation:

Given equation:

3(x + 4) - 11 = 28

  • Add 28 to both sides

3(x + 4) = 28 + 11

3(x + 4) = 39

  • Distribute

3x + 12 = 39

  • Subtract 12 from both sides

3x = 39 - 12

3x = 27

  • Divide both sides by 3

x = 27/3

x = 9


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