3 (2x-1 ) +7 = - 44 ( solve for x)
Mathematics · Middle School · Mon Jan 18 2021
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Given the numerical equation:
3 ( 2x - 1) + 7 = - 44
Solve for x.
Solution:
In order to solve for x, we simply distribute the value of 3 to each value inside the parenthesis first, then combine similar terms.
3 ( 2x - 1) + 7 = - 44
6x - 3 + 7 = -44
6x + 4 = - 44
transpose 4 on the other side of the equation, hence it must be taken to note that in transposing a number, the sign changes.
6x = -44 - 4
6x = - 48
Divide both sides by 6 in order to cancel out 6x, leaving behind x.
6x/6 = -48/6
x = -8
Final answer:
x = -8