Math Problem Statement

Solve the equation: 3x + 6(2x - 3) = 4 - 7x.

Solution

The problem asks us to solve the equation:

3x+6(2x3)=47x3x + 6(2x - 3) = 4 - 7x

Step-by-step Solution:

  1. Expand the parenthesis: 6(2x3)=12x186(2x - 3) = 12x - 18 Substitute this into the equation: 3x+12x18=47x3x + 12x - 18 = 4 - 7x

  2. Combine like terms on the left-hand side: (3x+12x)18=47x(3x + 12x) - 18 = 4 - 7x 15x18=47x15x - 18 = 4 - 7x

  3. Move all terms with xx to one side and constants to the other: Add 7x7x to both sides: 15x+7x18=415x + 7x - 18 = 4 22x18=422x - 18 = 4

    Add 1818 to both sides: 22x=2222x = 22

  4. Solve for xx: Divide both sides by 2222: x=2222=1x = \frac{22}{22} = 1

Final Answer:

The solution is x=1x = 1, which corresponds to option B.


Do you have any questions or need additional clarifications?

5 Related Questions:

  1. How would the solution change if the equation were 3x+6(2x3)=7x43x + 6(2x - 3) = 7x - 4?
  2. What are the steps to check if the solution x=1x = 1 satisfies the original equation?
  3. How can you graphically represent 3x+6(2x3)=47x3x + 6(2x - 3) = 4 - 7x?
  4. What happens if we add a constant to both sides of the equation? Does the solution change?
  5. What is the importance of combining like terms in algebraic equations?

One Tip:

Always simplify expressions by expanding and combining like terms before attempting to isolate the variable. This reduces the risk of errors.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations

Formulas

Expanding parentheses
Combining like terms
Isolating variables

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grade 7-9