Solve for x by combining like terms first, (8x + 1) + (3x - 2) = 32

The video tutorial explains how to solve equations with variables by first rewriting them without parentheses, then combining like terms, and finally solving two-step equations to find the value of the variable. The process involves understanding the structure of equations, grouping terms, and performing operations to isolate the variable.

What is the first step in solving an equation with variables and parentheses?

• Rewrite the equation without parentheses

• Combine like terms immediately

• Add numbers on both sides

• Solve for all variables at once

When combining like terms, which of the following should be grouped together?

• Variables with variables and numbers with numbers

• Numbers with variables

• All terms together

• Variables with numbers

After combining like terms, what is the next step to solve for X?

• Divide by the coefficient of X

• Multiply both sides by a number

• Rewrite the equation again

• Add or subtract to isolate the variable

What operation is used to isolate the variable X in the final step?

• Subtraction

• Addition

• Multiplication

• Division

What is the value of X in the equation after solving it completely?

• X = 3

• X = 5

• X = 33

• X = 11