5(2x-7)=33-3(6x+4) First add the 3(6x+4) to each side so the variables are on the same side. 3(6x+4)+5(2x-7)=33 Then, Distribute. (18x+12)+(10x-35)=33 Add Brackets 28x-23=33 Add 23 to both sides. 28x=56 Divide 28 from both sides. x=56/28 Simplify x=2 Don't let Math scare you! No matter how short it is. ;)