Question

Solve for x. 24 = 3(x-5)

Answer 1

X = 13

Explanation:

First you want to find what times 3 gets you 24. You can do this by dividing 24 by 3

24/3 = 8

Now you need to find what number, when subtracting 5, gets you 8. You can do this by adding 5 to 8

8 + 5 = 13

Answer 2

x = 13

Explanation:

First, to get rid of the 3, divide both sides of the equation by 3.

Next, add the 5

You will get an answer of 13

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