2(x+3)=x+10 what is the value of x
Mathematics · Middle School · Thu Feb 04 2021
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Given the equation:
2(x + 3) = x + 10
Determine the value of x.
Solution:
In order to determine the value of x, we simply distribute 2 to each value inside the parenthesis first.
2(x + 3) = x + 10
2x + 6 = x + 10
Transpose 6 and x to the opposite sides of the equation, hence it must be taken to note that in transposing a number, the sign changes.
2x - x = 10 - 6
x = 4
Final answer:
x = 4