Question

Solve 6 - 2x = 3

How do I do this?

Answer 1

x = 3/2 or 1.5

Explanation:

6 - 2x = 3

(You have to subtract 6 on both sides so it can cancel out)

6 - 6 - 2x = 3 - 6

-2x = -3

(Now, you divide -2 on both sides to isolate the x)

-2/(-2)x = -3/(-2)

x = 3/2