Solve 2(x + 4) = 5x - 19

Shucao asked Sep 26, 2023

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Shucao asked Sep 26, 2023

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2(x + 4) = 5x - 19

Open the parenthesis

2x + 8 = 5x - 19

Collect like term

5x - 2x = 8 + 19

3x =27

Divide both-side of the equation by 3

x = 9

Hence, the value of x= 9

Miguel answered Oct 2, 2023

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