Question

Solve for x.

X-7 = -3(x+1)
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5
x = [?]

Answer 1

x = 1

Explanation:

x - 7 = - 3(x + 1) ← distribute parenthesis by - 3

x - 7 = - 3x - 3 ( add 3x to both sides )

4x - 7 = - 3 ( add 7 to both sides )

4x = 4 ( divide both sides by 4 )

x = 1