Math Problem Statement

Solve the equation (2x + 1)/3 = a for x.

Solution

The equation in the image is:

2x+13=a\frac{2x + 1}{3} = a

Let's solve this equation for xx:

Step-by-step solution:

  1. Multiply both sides by 3 to eliminate the denominator: 2x+1=3a2x + 1 = 3a

  2. Subtract 1 from both sides to isolate the term with xx: 2x=3a12x = 3a - 1

  3. Divide both sides by 2 to solve for xx: x=3a12x = \frac{3a - 1}{2}

Thus, the solution for xx is:

x=3a12x = \frac{3a - 1}{2}

Would you like more details on this process or have any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How can this equation be applied to solve for specific values of aa?
  2. What happens if a=0a = 0? What does xx become in that case?
  3. Can you graph the equation y=2x+13y = \frac{2x + 1}{3}? How does the graph look?
  4. How would the solution change if the numerator were more complex, like 4x+54x + 5?
  5. What are the effects of adding constants on both sides of an equation?

Tip: Always isolate the variable step-by-step, starting by clearing fractions or parentheses if they exist!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations

Formulas

(2x + 1)/3 = a
2x = 3a - 1
x = (3a - 1)/2

Theorems

Basic algebraic operations: multiplication, subtraction, division

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9