To solve for x following the equation:
2x + 3 = 55
Combine like terms. The like terms in this equation is 3 and 55 but are not in the same side of equation.
Transpose 3 to the other side of equation:
2x + 3-3 = 55-3
2x = 52
Divide both side of equation by 2
2x/2 = 52/2
x = 26
To check if the value 6 for x is correct, go back to the original equation
2x + 3 = 55
2(26) + 3 = 55
52 + 3 = 55
55 = 55
(This is how you'll get two points from your teacher for that item)
