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-3(x+2)=2(x-3)+2 what is the solution?

User Johnny Doe
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x = - 2/5

- 3(x + 2) = 2(x - 3) + 2
- 3x - 6 = 2x - 6 + 2
- 3x - 6 = 2x - 4

Combine like terms

- 5x = 2

Divide both sides by - 5

x = - 2/5
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