Question

In order to solve for the variable in the equation 2 (x + 3) + 5 x = 3 (2 x minus 1), Jaleesa begins by applying the distributive property, then combines like terms. Which equation is the result of these steps?

7 x + 6 = 6 x minus 3
2 x + 6 + 5 x = 6 x minus 3
2 x + 3 + 5 x = 6 x minus 1
7 x + 3 = 6 x minus 1

Answer 1

Answer:7x+6=6x-3

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer: 7 x + 6 = 6 x minus 3

Explanation:

1. 2 (x + 3) + 5 x = 3 (2 x minus 1)
2. Now you distribute.
3. 2(x) + 2(3) = 2x+6
4. And 3(2x) minus 3(1) = 6x minus 3
5. 2x+6+5x = 6x minus 3
6. Then combine like terms
7. 2x +5x=7x and there are no other like terms on either side of the equation.
8. 7x+6= 6x minus 3