Question

The value of x in 3(x+5)=12

Answer 1

x=-1

Explanation:

3(x+5)=12

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

3(x+5)=12

(3)(x)+(3)(5)=12(Distribute)

3x+15=12

Step 2: Subtract 15 from both sides.

3x+15−15=12−15

3x=−3

Step 3: Divide both sides by 3.

3x

3

=

−3

3

x=−1

Answer 2

x = -1

Explanation:

3(x+5)=12

Divide each side by 3

3/3(x+5)=12/3

x+5 = 4

Subtract 5 from each side

x+5-5 = 4-5

x = -1