Question

I forgot the steps on how to do this! Can someone help me out? I will medal.

Answer 1

First off, do you know what you're looking for?

Answer 2

Actually, at first i thought i would be looking for the value of x. But know i think that i need to simplify it.

Answer 3

Yes, you're looking for x. So, the first thing you would do is cross multiply
\[2(4x+17)=42x\]

Answer 4

What do you think you should do next?

Answer 5

8x+34=42x

Answer 6

Perfect! Then?

Answer 7

34=42x-8x
34=34x
x=1

Answer 8

Yes, the solution is x=1.

Answer 9

Thanks! @Bmannn13
I just needed to refresh on this!

Answer 10

No problem!