Question

Is the equation a true statement when x = 5? In other words, is 5 a solution to theequation?- 2x - 3 + 5x = 12A. Yes, 5 is a solution.B. No, 5 is not a solution.

Answer 1

Case: Checking the validity of simple equations

Given:

- 2x - 3 + 5x = 12

Required:

Check if the equation a true statement when x = 5?

Method:

Step 1: Rewrite the equation

- 2x - 3 + 5x = 12

Step 2: Plug the value x=5

- 2x - 3 + 5x = 12

- 2(5) - 3 + 5(5) = 12

-10 - 3 +25 = 12

LHS = RHS

12 is equal to 12

LHS: Left Hand Side

RHS: Right Hand Side

Final answer:

A. Yes, 5 is a solution.