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What is the answer for 5x+2=2x-10

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5x+2=2x-10

The lesser number with "x" is 2x.

Subtract 2x from both the "x"'s:

3x+2=-10

Take 2 away from both sides:

3x=-12

Divide both sides by 3:

x=-4

Hope this helps! :D

User GwenM
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5x+2=2x-10

3x=-12

x=-4

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