Question

What is the solution to the following equation? 5x + 7x = 60

Answer 1

x = 5

Explanation:

5x + 7x = 60

Combine like terms by adding the x terms together:

12x = 60

Solve for x by dividing both sides by 12

12x/12 = 60/12

x = 5

Answer 2

5x+7x=60

12x=60

x=60/12=5

Explanation: