Question

Solve 3(x- 8) = 6 using the distributive property. 1. Distribute. The resulting equation is Select... 2. Next, undo the subtraction. The resulting equation is Sele 3. Finally, undo the multiplication. x =​

Answer 1

1. 3x - 24 = 6

2. 3x = 30

3. x = 10

Explanation:

1. 3 times x is 3x, 3 times 8 equals 24, hence 3x - 24

2. Add 24 to both sides to get rid of -24, getting you 3x = 30

3. Divide by 3 on both sides to even out the x, giving you x = 10