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13x = 2(5x+3) solve for x

User Shawneen
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Answer:

x=2

Explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

13x=2(5x+3)

13x=(2)(5x)+(2)(3)(Distribute)

13x=10x+6

Step 2: Subtract 10x from both sides.

13x−10x=10x+6−10x

3x=6

Step 3: Divide both sides by 3.

3x/3=6/3

Answer:

x=2

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User Christoph Hansen
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Answer:

13x=2(5x+3)

13x=10x+6

13x-10x=6

3x=6

x= 6/3

x=2

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