Hi Milan,

I can suggest two ways to approach this problem, one geometric and the other algebraic.

Geometric:

The expressions $y = 3(x+4)$ and $y = 3x + 4$ can both be plotted as graphs in the plane and any $x$ value that satisfies $3(x + 4) = 3x+4$ will be the first coordinate of a point where the graphs intersect. Use a table of values for each of $y = 3(x+4)$ and $y = 3x + 4$ to sketch the two graphs and look for points of intersection.

Algebraic:

Expand the left side of $3(x + 4) = 3x+4$ using the distributive law. Simplify. What do you see?

Write back if you need more assistance,
Penny