Let's solve the equation \( 14(x + 3) = 5 \) step-by-step.
Step 1: Write the equation in a simpler form. \[ 14(x + 3) = 5 \]
Step 2: Divide both sides by 14. \[ x + 3 = \frac{5}{14} \]
Step 3: Subtract 3 from both sides. \[ x = \frac{5}{14} - 3 \]
Step 4: To combine the terms, express 3 as a fraction with a denominator of 14: \[ x = \frac{5}{14} - \frac{42}{14} = \frac{5 - 42}{14} = \frac{-37}{14} \]
So, filling in the blanks:
- \( 14(x + 3) = 5 \)
- \( x + 3 = \frac{5}{14} \)
- Subtract \( 3 \) from both sides.
- \( x = \frac{-37}{14} \)