Answer:
x = 13
General Formulas and Concepts:
Pre-Algebra
- Order of Operations: BPEMDAS
- Equality Properties
Step-by-step explanation:
Step 1: Define equation
3(x - 4) = 2x + 1
Step 2: Solve for x
- Distribute 3: 3x - 12 = 2x + 1
- Subtract 2x on both sides: x - 12 = 1
- Add 12 to both sides: x = 13
