Question

Find the value of x in 5(x - 7) = 25

Answer 1

Given the equation

`5(x-7)=25`

First, open the bracket on the left-hand side.

`5x-35=25`

Next, add 35 to both sides of the equation.

`\begin{gathered} 5x-35+35=25+35 \\ 5x=60 \end{gathered}`

To solve for x, divide both sides by 5.

`\begin{gathered} (5x)/(5)=(60)/(5) \\ x=12 \end{gathered}`

The value of x is 12.