Question

2(x + 7) + 3 x = 12
what is the first step In solving this equation for x?

Answer 1

Explanation:

I feel like there are many ways to begin this problem, but I'd distribute the 2(x+7) so that you are left with 2x+14. This way you can add 2x and 3x and subtract 14 to the other side.

Answer 2

The first step would be to distribute that 2 into the numbers in the parenthesis.

Explanation: