Question

Solve the equation using the distributive property and properties of equality

1/2(x+6) = 18
What is the value of x?
6
7 1 / 1
141
30

Answer 1

X=30
Distribute 1/2 to x and 6
Subtract 3 from both sides
Divide 1/2 on both sides

Answer 2

x = 30

Explanation:

1/2(x+6) = 18

Distribute

1/2 x + 3 = 18

Subtract 3 from each side

1/2x +3-3 = 18-3

1/2x = 15

Multiply each side by 2

1/2x*2 = 15*2

x = 30