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How do I solve for x?2x+5=45

User Epigene
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2x+5=45
Subtract 5 on both sides.
2x=40
Divide 40 by 2.
x=20

User Federick Jonathan
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Steps:
1. Subtract 5 on both sides
2. New problem is 2x=40
3. Now divide by 2 on both sides
3. Your answer is x= 20
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