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3x + 9 = x + 5 Two sided equations

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Answer:

x=-2

Explanation:

Let's solve your equation step-by-step.

3x+9=x+5

Step 1: Subtract x from both sides.

3x+9−x=x+5−x

2x+9=5

Step 2: Subtract 9 from both sides.

2x+9−9=5−9

2x=−4

Step 3: Divide both sides by 2.

2x /2=-4/2

x=−2

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