Question

Solving equations and the distributive property

Answer 1

x = 3

Explanation:

6 (4x + 1) = 78

4x + 1 = 78 ÷ 6

4x + 1 = 13

4x = 13 - 1

4x = 12

x = 3

Answer 2

x=3

Explanation:

6(4x+1) = 78

Distribute

24x+6 = 78

Subtract 6 from each side

24x +6-6 =78-6

24x = 72

Divide each side by 24

24x/24 = 72/24

x =3