Question

Solve for x: 2|x − 3| + 1 = 7

Answer 1

Subtract 1 from both sides !

Answer 2

Then multiply everything by 2 .

Answer 3

i got x=6 but whats the second solution?

Answer 4

Not really... @Caramel_823
2|x − 3| + 1 = 7

1. Subtract 1 from both sides
2|x − 3| + 1 -1 = 7 - 1
2|x − 3| = 6

2. Divide both sides by 2

2|x − 3| /2= 6/2
|x − 3| = 3

3. remove the absolute sign

x − 3 = 3 or x − 3 = -3 <- solve these 2 equations.

Answer 5

thanks!

Answer 6

You're welcome! And welcome to OpenStudy too!