Question

Solve the equation for x if necessary, enter fractions in lowest terms, using a slash (/) as a fraction bar
4x - 1 = 3(x + 1)
x=

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

4x - 1 = 3(x + 1)

4x - 1 = 3x + 3   [remove the parentheses by multiplying each term by 3]

4x  = 3x + 4       [add 1 to both sides]

1x  =   4               [Subtract 3x from both sides]

x = 4

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Try it:

4x - 1 = 3(x + 1):  ??

4*4 - 1 = 3(4 + 1) ??

15 = 3(5)

15 = 15 yes