Question

If 5(x + 4) = 35 then the value of x is

Answer 1

5(x+4)=35

5x+20=35

5x=35-20

5x=15

x=15/5

x=3

Answer 2

Answer:

$5(x + 4) = 35 \\ \\ = 5x + 20 = 35 \\ \\ = 5x = 35 - 20 \\ \\ = 5x = 15 \\ \\ = x = \frac{15}{5} \\ \\ = x = 3$