Question

Solve the following 3x + 7 = 2x + 13 over 3

Answer 1

3x+7=2x+13 over 3

3 (3x )+3 (7)=2x +13 over 3×3

9x+21=2x +13

9x- 2x=13-21

7x=-8

x=8/7

Explanation:

Step 1:Multiply both sides by the denominator

Step 3:Group like terms

Step 5: Divide both sides to find for x