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11 = 5x - 2
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Answer:

x=13/5

Explanation:

To solve for x you must isolate the variable.

Start with the original equation,

11=5x-2, then add 2 to both sides (addition PoE)

13=5x, next divide both sides by 5 (division PoE)

13/5=x or 2.6

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