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Solving Equations with the Variable on Each Side
5 x - 3 = 13 - 3 x​

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Solving Equations with the Variable on Each Side 5 x - 3 = 13 - 3 x​-example-1
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Answer:

x = 2

Explanation:

5x - 3 = 13 - 3x

We'll begin by isolating the variable, so add 3x to each side:

5x (+ 3x) - 3 = 13 - 3x (+ 3x)

8x - 3 = 13

Now add 3 to each side:

8x - 3 ( + 3) = 13 ( + 3)

8x = 16

Divide by 8 and solve:

8x (÷ 8) = 16 (÷ 8)

x = 2

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