Question

Solve for x, 8x + 11 5x + 68

Answer 1

x = 19

Explanation:

8x+11 = 5x+68 1. -5x on both sides

3x+11 = 68 2. -11 on both sides

3x = 57 3. /3 on both sides

x = 19

Answer 2

X = 19

8x + 11 = 5x + 68
-5x -11 = -5x -11
3x = 57
x = 19