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Is -3 solution to the equation 3x - 5 = 4 + 2x? Explain.

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Answer:

The solution is x = 9

Explanation:

3x - 5 = 4 + 2x

subtract 2x from each side:

x - 5 = 4

add 5 to each side:

x = 9

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