Math Problem Statement

Solve the equation: 2x + 3 = 6 + 4x

Solution

The problem in the image asks to solve the equation:

2x+3=6+4x2x + 3 = 6 + 4x

Let's solve this step by step.

Step 1: Simplify the equation

Subtract 2x2x from both sides to start isolating xx:

2x+32x=6+4x2x2x + 3 - 2x = 6 + 4x - 2x

This simplifies to:

3=6+2x3 = 6 + 2x

Step 2: Isolate the variable term

Next, subtract 6 from both sides to isolate the term with xx:

36=2x3 - 6 = 2x

This simplifies to:

3=2x-3 = 2x

Step 3: Solve for xx

Divide both sides by 2 to solve for xx:

x=32x = \frac{-3}{2}

Thus, the solution is:

x=32x = -\frac{3}{2}

Would you like any more details or have any questions about this solution?

Related Questions:

  1. How would the solution change if the equation was 2x+3=64x2x + 3 = 6 - 4x?
  2. What is the significance of isolating the variable when solving an equation?
  3. How would you check if your solution for xx is correct?
  4. What if the equation was 2x+3=6+4x+22x + 3 = 6 + 4x + 2, how would the steps change?
  5. Can you explain what happens if both sides of the equation are multiplied by a number before solving?

Tip:

Always double-check your solution by substituting the value of xx back into the original equation to ensure both sides are equal.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations

Formulas

Isolating the variable
Basic algebraic operations

Theorems

Properties of equality
Balancing equations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8