describe the steps used to find the value of x in the equation x+(2x + 40)+(3x - 50)=15,002.

Explanation:

Step1: Combine like - terms

$x+(2x + 40)+(3x-50)=x + 2x+3x+40 - 50=6x - 10$ So the equation becomes $6x-10 = 15002$.

Step2: Add 10 to both sides

$6x-10+10=15002 + 10$ $6x=15012$

Step3: Divide both sides by 6

$\frac{6x}{6}=\frac{15012}{6}$ $x = 2502$

Answer:

$x = 2502$