Question

1. solve for x: 4(x - 2) - 3 = 9

Explanation:

Step1: Expand the left side

$4(x-2) - 3 = 9$
$4x - 8 - 3 = 9$

Step2: Combine constant terms

$4x - 11 = 9$

Step3: Isolate the x-term

$4x = 9 + 11$
$4x = 20$

Step4: Solve for x

$x = \frac{20}{4}$

Answer:

$x=5$