Solve the following linear equation for x 5x - 2 + x = 9 + 3x + 10

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Solve the following linear equation for x

5x - 2 + x = 9 + 3x + 10

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5x - 2 + x = 9 + 3x + 10
Combine like terms
6x - 2 = 3x + 19
Subtract 3x from each side
3x - 2 = 19
Add 2 to each side
3x = 21
Divide each side by 3
x = 7

Gerriann answered Nov 7, 2023

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Answer:

x = 7

Explanation:

5x - 2 + x = 9 + 3x + 10

6x - 2 = 9 + 3x + 10

6x - 2 = 3x + 19

6x = 3x + 21

3x = 21

x = 7

Reiallenramos answered Nov 9, 2023

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