The first step is to multiply so write the equation as 6(x+7)-20=6x and then jump 6 into the box giving you 6x+7. Jump 6 into the other side and get 42 giving you 6x+42-20=6x. Combined like terms 42-20=22. Rewrite the equation as 6x+22=6x than to get the x value one side of the equation. You would bring down the 6x on the left hand side of the problem and transfer it to the right hand side turning its value into a negative -6x. Rewrite the equation 22=6x-6x this will give you 22=0 which is a false statement.
