[tex] \frac{x}{3} [/tex] + 1 = 3
First, multiply both sides by 3. / Your problem should look like: x + 3 = 9.
Second, subtract 3 from both sides. / Your problem should look like: x = 9 - 3.
Third, simplify 9 - 3 to 6. / Your problem should look like: x = 6, which is your answer.