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16 December, 19:55

How do you solve 45 = 3 (x + 1) using the distributive property?

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  1. 16 December, 20:24
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    x=14

    Step-by-step explanation:

    45 = 3 (x + 1)

    Distribute the 3 to both terms in the parentheses

    45 = 3x + 3

    Subtract 3 from each side

    45-3 = 3x+3-3

    42 = 3x

    Divide each side by 3

    42/3 = 3x/3

    14 = x
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