Question

Solve 7+2x over 3 = 5

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Answer 1

x = 4

Explanation:

(7 + 2x) / 3 = 5

Cross product

7 + 2x = 5 * 3

7 + 2x = 15

Subtract 7 from both sides

2x = 15 - 7

2x = 8

Divide both sides by 2

x = 8/2

x = 4