Question

3(2x + 1) - 2x = 10

what is x?

Answer 1

Firstly, foil 3(2x + 1):
`6x+3-2x=10`

Next, combine like terms:
`4x+3=10`

Next, subtract 3 on both sides of the equation:
`4x=7`

Lastly, divide both sides by 4 and your answer will be
`x=(7)/(4)\ \textsf{or}\ 1.75`