Question

What is the solution to the equation? 1/3x + 1/3 (2x - 15) = 3 1/2

Answer 1

start by distributing

(1/3)(2x-15) = ?

Answer 2

im confused

Answer 3

use the distributive property

A(B-C) = A*B - A*C
so
(1/3)(2x-15) = ?

Answer 4

so I would get x/32 -15... i think im doing this wrong

Answer 5

almost

(1/3)*(2x) = ?

Answer 6

wait so i think i got the answer... 41/2

Answer 7

oh wait no umm... could you explain to me how to get the answer and step by step i have to leave soon but i need help so i know how to do this for any other test... this is the only question i need help with and my test will be over