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4 October, 08:05

2 Solve the equation for x: 3x - 5 = 5x + 2x.

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  1. 4 October, 11:08
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    -5/4 or - 1 1/4

    Step-by-step explanation:

    3x - 5 = 5x + 2x

    Collect like terms

    -5 = 5x + 2x - 3x

    -5 = 4x

    Divide both side by the coefficient of x i. e 4

    x = - 5/4 or - 1 1/4
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