I got a quick question.
I already know the answer to this equation, but I'm trying to backtrack on something and make sure I'm understanding correctly.
4x + 3 27
x is supposed to equal 6.
Step by step in order, what is the explanation as to WHY x equals 6.

Question

I got a quick question.
I already know the answer to this equation, but I'm trying to backtrack on something and make sure I'm understanding correctly.
4x + 3 > 27
x is supposed to equal 6.
Step by step in order, what is the explanation as to WHY x equals 6.

tkhunny · Answer

Have you considered subtracting 3 from each side?

atsie · Answer

As in 3 - 4
and 3 - 27?
Like that your saying?

anonymous · Answer

4(6) + 3 > 27
Multiply 6 by 4
Subtract 3 from that number
compare with 27

atsie · Answer

@jcbako Why would I multiply 6 by 4 though if I in the first place did not know that x = 6?

anonymous · Answer

sorry...start by subtracting three