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Solve for X 2x+5=3(x-1)
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Solve for X 2x+5=3(x-1)

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Answer:

x = 8

Explanation:

2x + 5 = 3(x - 1)

Distribute the 3 on the right side.

2x + 5 = 3x - 3

Subtract 5 from both sides.

2x = 3x - 8

Subtract 3x from both sides.

-x = -8

Divide both sides by -1.

x = 8

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