Math Problem Statement
Solve the following two-step equation: 4x + 3 = 15
Solution
The equation presented in the image is:
To solve this two-step equation:
Step 1: Isolate the variable term
We first need to subtract 3 from both sides to get rid of the constant on the left side:
This simplifies to:
Step 2: Solve for
Now, divide both sides by 4 to isolate :
This simplifies to:
So, the solution is .
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Tip: Always reverse the order of operations when solving equations, starting by undoing addition or subtraction, followed by multiplication or division.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Formulas
Basic Linear Equation: ax + b = c
Theorems
Inverse operations to solve linear equations
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8