Question

Sam incorrectly solves the equation 1/3(x+9)=8

a step one
b step two
c step three
d step four
e step five

Answer 1

The steps aren’t listed but below are my steps

Explanation:

1/3(x+9)=8

1/3x+3=8

1/3x=5

x=15

check answer by subbing for x in original equation

1/3(15+9)=8

5 + 3 = 8

8=8

Answer 2

21

Explanation: