Question

Solve for x

51 = 3x
Option choices
x = 3
x = 17
x = 48
x = 54
x = 153

Answer 1

x=17

Explanation:

51 needs to be divided by 3 in order to get the variable by itself. 51/3=17

Answer 2

x = 17

Explanation:

3x = 51

x = 51 ÷ 3

x = 17