2 (x - 3) = 10

Hint: Use the Distributive Property

What is the answer to this question?

x = 8

Step-by-step explanation:

To solve this, you need to follow the order of oprations. You have perenthesis but dont have x. Lets suppose that x = 5, then 5-3 = 2 x 2 = 4, which does not word. When x - 3 is invoked you need the final = to 5 because 5 x 2 = 10. To Do this you can say 5 + 3 = 8 so 8 - 3 will = 5 and fit the answer.

x=8

Step-by-step explanation:

2 * 8 + 2 * - 3=10