X + (3x - 4) = 5 - (-7 - 3x)

x = 16

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

Brackets Parenthesis Exponents Multiplication Division Addition Subtraction Left to Right

Distributive Property

Equality Properties

Multiplication Property of Equality Division Property of Equality Addition Property of Equality Subtraction Property of Equality

Algebra I

Terms/Coefficients

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify

x + (3x - 4) = 5 - (-7 - 3x)

Step 2: Solve for x

[Distributive Property] Distribute negative:                                                    x + 3x - 4 = 5 + 7 + 3x[Addition] Combine like terms:                                                                        4x - 4 = 12 + 3x[Subtraction Property of Equality] Subtract 3x on both sides:                      x - 4 = 12[Addition Property of Equality] Add 4 on both sides:                                     x = 16

Iwould say false, not positive but if prices went up for both stores, technically there will be less buyers?