Question

Solve the following equations: 3x+5=x+12

Answer 1

X is equal to 7/2 (3.5)

Explanation:

Bring the x terms to one sides and the constants to the other. It would be preferable to make the x term positive.

3x - x = 12 - 5

2x = 7

x = 7/2 or 3.5

Answer 2

x=3.5

Explanation:

 3x+5=x+12

collect like terms

3x-x=12-5

2x=7

x=7÷2

x=3.5