Solve with variables on both sides

Work through it

1. 1

   3x + 4 = 19

   Subtract 2x from both sides so the variable terms are on one side.

2. 2

   3x = 15

   Subtract 4 from both sides to keep the equation balanced and isolate the x-term.

3. 3

   x = 5

   Divide both sides by 3. The value works in either side of the original equation.