Question

Solve
3(x-4)+17=2(x-5)

Answer 1

x = - 15

Explanation:

3(x - 4) + 17 = 2(x - 5) ← distribute the parenthesis on both sides

3x - 12 + 17 = 2x - 10

3x + 5 = 2x - 10 ( subtract 2x from both sides )

x + 5 = - 10 ( subtract 5 from both sides )

x = - 15