Question

Use distributive property to multiply the 3 in the expression 3(x−5)=12

Answer 1

x = 9

Explanation:

3(x - 5) = 12 ← distribute the parenthesis on the left by 3

3x - 15 = 12 ( add 15 to both sides )

3x = 27 ( divide both sides by 3 )

x = 9