Question

Put these steps in order to solve this equation

2(2x+8)+9=37

1.) the solution is x=3
2.)subtract 25 from both sides
3.) multiply 2 by 2x and 8
4.) add the like terms on the left hand side to get 25
5.) divided by 4 on both sides

Answer 1

2(2x+8)+9=37

4x+16+9=37

4x+25=37

4x=37‐25

4x=12

x=12/4

x=3

Answer:‐ (1)

The solution is x = 3