Question

Solve 5(x+4) =35 and check your result.

Answer 1

Answer: x=3

Explanation:

5x+20=35

5x=35-20

5x=15

x=15/5

simplify:

x=3

Answer 2

Solving equations

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Let's solve the problem given to us today! The problem is:

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  `\bf{5(x+4)=35}`

So, I am going to start solving this by distributing 5:

`\bf{5x+20=35}`

Then, I subtract 20 from both sides:

`\bf{5x=15}`

To find the answer, divide both sides by 5:

`\bf{x=3}`

Therefore, x = 3.

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