Question

Click an item in the list or group of pictures at the bottom of the problem and, holding the button down, drag it into the correct position in the answer box. Release your mouse button when the item is place. If you change your mind, drag the item to the trashcan. Click the trashcan to clear all your answers.

Solve the following equation. Then enter your answer in the space provided using mixed number format.

7(x - 2) = 3(x + 4)

Answer 1

6
`(1)/(2)`

Explanation:

Answer 2

x=6.5

Explanation:

Given the equation as

7(x-2)=3(x+4)

7x-14=3x+12--------------------------opening the brackets

7x-3x=12+14--------------------------collecting like terms

4x=26-----------------------------------solve for x by dividing both sides by 4

4x/4=26/4

x=6.5