Question

Solve for x using the
distributive property.
7(x + 3) = -49

Answer 1

x= -10

Explanation:

distribute 7 to x and 3: 7x + 21 = -49

subtract 21 from both sides to isolate the variable: 7x= -70

divide both sides by 7 to find x: x= -10

Answer 2

X = -10

Explanation:

1.- 7x + 21 = -49

Subtract 21 on both sides of the equal sign

You should have:

2.- 7x = -70

Divide 7 on both sides of the equal sign

You should get the answer:

X = -10