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3(x-5)-15=48 how would this be solved?
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3(x-5)-15=48 how would this be solved?

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Problem: 3(x-5)-15=48

1. Multiply what's in the parenthesis
3x-15-15=48

2. Combine like terms
3x-30=48

3. Switch the sides
3x=48+30
3x=78

4. Divide

x=26

Answer: 26


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