Question

Solve for x: (x-16)/3 = 3x
A:x = −7

B:x = −13

C:x = 8

D:x = 2

I'm confused with the two x's in the problem and if it's a little confusing the / stands for the fraction sign not the division sign.

Answer 1

Multiply both sides by three to get rid of the fraction

Answer 2

Then you have :x-16=9x. Subtract an x from both sides giving you: -16=8x. Finally divide both sides by 8 resulting in : -2=x

Answer 3

(x-16)/3=3x
9x=x-16
9x-x=-16
x=-2

Answer 4

thankkk you for the help I appriciate itt :D