solve for x. 3(x + 2) + 2x + 3 = 19

Answer 1

First, distribute the 3:

3x + 6 + 2x + 3 = 19

Combine like terms:

5x + 9 = 19

Subtract 9 from both sides:

5x = 10

Divide by 5:

x = 2

Therefore, x = 2.