Question

Solve this linear equation for x: 7 + 4 (5/4x - 1) = 18

Answer 1

x = 3

Explanation:

18 = 7 + 4(
`(5)/(4)`x - 1)

18 = 7 + 5x - 4

18 = 3 + 5x

15 = 5x

x = 3

Answer 2

x=3

Explanation:

7+4(5/4x-1)=18

7+5x-4=18

3+5x=18

5x=15

x=3