Question

Solve the equation

(16+ 12x) = 28 by first using the distributive property.
1
The equivalent equation is found by distributing the
to get
4
The first step is
The second step is
The answer is

Answer 1

Answer: 1

Explanation:

(16+12x)=28

Since 4is a common factor in both terms we take out 4

4(4+3x)=28

Now take 4 to the other side

4+3x = 28/4 = 7

Similarly

3x = 7-4 =3

We end up with 3x=3

So X = 1