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Solve . 15 - 10x = 5(x + 9) show your work

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Answer:

x= -2

Explanation:

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

15−10x=5(x+9)

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

15−10x=5(x+9)

15+−10x=(5)(x)+(5)(9)(Distribute)

15+−10x=5x+45

−10x+15=5x+45

Step 2: Subtract 5x from both sides.

−10x+15−5x=5x+45−5x

−15x+15=45

Step 3: Subtract 15 from both sides.

−15x+15−15=45−15

−15x=30

Step 4: Divide both sides by -15.

−15x/-15 = 30/ -15

x= −2

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