Question

Which best describes the following equation of 3 (5x + 8) =4 (6x + 9)

Answer 1

Answer:

x = -4/3

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1:  Distribute

3(5x + 8) = 4(6x + 9)

15x + 24 = 24x + 36

Step 2:  Subtract 15x from both sides

15x + 24 - 15x = 24x + 36 - 15x

24 = 9x + 36

Step 3:  Subtract 36 from both sides

24 - 36 = 9x + 36 - 36

-12 = 9x

Step 4:  Divide both sides by 9

-12 / 9 = 9x / 9

-4/3 = x

Answer:  x = -4/3