Question

solve for q.
3(q - 7) = 27
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Explanation:

Step1: Divide both sides by 3

$\frac{3(q-7)}{3} = \frac{27}{3}$
$q - 7 = 9$

Step2: Add 7 to both sides

$q - 7 + 7 = 9 + 7$

Answer:

$q = 16$