Question

ASAP!!
Is 5x - 7= 18 and 7x + 5=40 both equivalent, and what’s the value of x?

Answer 1

Answer: 5

Explanation:

1. 5x - 7 = 15

5x = 25

x = 5

2. 7x + 5 = 40

7x = 35

x = 5