Let's solve the equation step by step:
Given the equation:
\[ 11x - 8 = (11 - 8)x = 3x \]
Understanding the equation:
The equation can be broken down into two parts:
- \( 11x - 8 \)
- \( (11 - 8)x = 3x \)
Simplifying:
The second part simplifies as follows: \[ 11 - 8 = 3 \quad \text{so} \quad (11 - 8)x = 3x \]
Setting up the equation:
We can equate the two expressions: \[ 11x - 8 = 3x \]
Solving for \( x \):
Now, isolate \( x \): \[ 11x - 3x = 8 \] \[ 8x = 8 \] \[ x = 1 \]
Conclusion:
The solution to the equation is: \[ x = 1 \]
