SOLUTION: I need some help with algebra 2!!! solve the equation: 3(5x-1)=3x+3 A. 1/2 B. 2 C. -2 D. -1/2 Thank you so much for your help!!!

Question 338658: I need some help with algebra 2!!!
solve the equation: 3(5x-1)=3x+3
A. 1/2
B. 2
C. -2
D. -1/2
Thank you so much for your help!!!
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Start with the given equation.

Distribute.

Add to both sides.

Subtract from both sides.

Combine like terms on the left side.

Combine like terms on the right side.

Divide both sides by to isolate .

Reduce.

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Answer:

So the answer is

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