Question

Solve the following problems for x.

4x + 3 (x + 5) = 26

Answer 1

`x=(11)/(7) \\`

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Explanation:

1.) Expand 3(x + 5).

3x + 15

2.) Add similar elements.

4x + 3x = 7x

3.) Subtract 15 from both sides.

7x + 15 - 15 = 26 - 15

4.) Simplify.

7x = 11

5.) Divide both sides by 7.

`(7x)/(7)=(11)/(7)`

6.) Simplify.

`x=(11)/(7)`

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Answer 2

Answer: x = 11/7

Step-by-step :

Remove brackets

4x + 3x + 15 = 26

Collect like terms

7x + 15 = 26

Move constant to other side of equation

7x = 26-15

7x = 11

Divide Both sides by 7 to get x on its own

X = 11/7