Question

3X + 2 = 17 how do I show my work for this?

Answer 1

you subtract two both side, then divide three both side, you'll get x = 5.

Explanation:

3x + 2 = 17

(3x + 2) -2 = (17) -2. First, you subtract 2 for both sides

3x = 15

(3x)/2 = (15)/2. Second, you divide 3 both side

x = 5. Last, you get your answer

Answer 2

x = 5

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Equality Properties

• Multiplication Property of Equality
• Division Property of Equality
• Addition Property of Equality
• Subtraction Property of Equality

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify

3x + 2 = 17

Step 2: Solve for x

1. [Subtraction Property of Equality] Subtract 2 on both sides: 3x = 15
2. [Division Property of Equality] Divide 3 on both sides: x = 5