How do I solve x for 2x+8=3x+10

AmalBit asked Sep 21, 2023

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AmalBit asked Sep 21, 2023

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To solve for x in:
2x + 8 = 3x + 10

Collect like terms

$→8 - 10 = 3x - 2x \\ - 2 = x$

Therefore:

x = - 2

Jacob Foshee answered Sep 25, 2023

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