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5(x+6)-2x=3(x+10) solve for x

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5x +30 - 2x = 3(x +10)
User JMarsh
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Answer:

x=all real numbers

Explanation:

1. distribute: 5(x+6)-2x=3(x+10)

5x+30-2x=3x+30

2. combine like terms 3x+30=3x=30

3. these are equal therefore x=all real numbers

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