Question

Solve the following 3(x+2)-6=18
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Answer 1

x=6

Explanation:

**distribute**

3x+6-6=18

3x=18

x=6

Answer 2

x = 6

Explanation:

3(x+2)-6=18

Distribute

3x+6-6 = 18

Combine like terms

3x = 18

Divide by 3

3x/3 = 18/3

x = 6