Solve 5 (x - 4) = 2 (x + 5) for x

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Campbell Davidson

7 December, 07:43

Solve 5 (x - 4) = 2 (x + 5) for x

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Rylee Fuentes · Answer 1

Rylee Fuentes 7 December, 08:14

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5x-20 = 2x+10

3x-20 = 10

3x = 30

x=10

Gilbert Gordon · Answer 2

x = 10

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Distribute parenthesis

5x - 20 = 2x + 10

Step 2: Add 20 to both sides

5x = 2x + 30

Step 3: Subtract 2x from both sides

3x = 30

Step 4: Divide by 3

x = 10