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Solve for x questions in picture

Solve for x questions in picture-example-1

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Answer:

x = 1

Explanation:

2(4x + 5) - 3 = 5x(2+1)

Distribute.

8x + 10 - 3 = 10x + 5x

Subtract 8x from both sides.

10 - 3 = 10x + 5x -8x

Solve

7 = 15x - 8x

7 = 7x

1 = x

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