x=2.49
Step-by-step explanation:
3(x−0.50)=5.97
Distribute the 3
3x - 3*.5 = 5.97
3x -1.5 = 5.97
Add 1.5 to each side
3x -1.5+1.5 = 5.97+1.5
3x = 7.47
Divide each side by 3
3x/3 = 7.47/3
x=2.49
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