Question

x: 3(x + 1) = −2(x − 1) + 6 (earn a metal)
1

4

5

25

Answer 1

x: 3(x + 1) = −2(x − 1) + 6
3x + 3 = -2x + 8
5x = 5
x = 1

Answer 2

we first distribute the expressions on both sides of the equation. We then simplify each side of the equation, isolate and then solve for x