Question

(12x - 30) = (2x - 5)​

Answer 1

x = 5/2

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Algebra I

• Equality Properties

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

12x - 30 = 2x - 5

Step 2: Solve for x

1. Subtract 2x on both sides: 10x - 30 = -5
2. Add 30 to both sides: 10x = 25
3. Divide 10 on both sides: x = 5/2