Question

Solve for x. (Round to the nearest thousandth.)
3x - 8 = 15

Answer 1

x = 7.667

Explanation:

3x - 8 = 15 (Rearrange expression)

-8 - 15 = -3x (Combine like terms)

-23 = -3x (Divide)

x = 7.667

Answer 2

Answer:x = 7.667

Step-by-step explanation:

3x - 8 = 15

+ 8 = 23

3x = 23

divide 3 by 3 and 23 so you get x by itself

answer = 7.667