Question

5(2x - 12) + 21 = 2x + 41
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Answer 1

x = 10

Explanation:

5(2x - 12) + 21 = 2x + 41 ← distribute parenthesis and simplify left side

10x - 60 + 21 = 2x + 41

10x - 39 = 2x + 41 ( subtract 2x from both sides )

8x - 39 = 41 ( add 39 to both sides )

8x = 80 ( divide both sides by 8 )

x = 10