Question

What is the solution to the equation 3(x - 1) – 2(2x + 1) = 8(x - 1)?

4
x = 7
3
X = 7
x = 3
2
d
X = 3

Answer 1

Explanation:

3x - 3 - 4x - 2 = 8x - 8

Solving like terms

-x - 5 = 8x - 8

Bringing like terms on one side

-5 + 8 = 8x + x

3 = 9x

3/9 = x

1/3 = x