How do you solve 3( x - 2) = x + 10?

1 Answer
Oct 20, 2016

x=16/3 or 5.33

Explanation:

Distribute the 3 throughout the set of parenthesis on the left

3x-6=x+10

Begin to isolate x by adding 2 on both sides of the equation

3x=16

Isolate x by dividing both sides of the equation by 3

x=16/3 or 5.33