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30 is divided by the sum of 3 and x if the result is 5 find x​

User Bpdohall
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Answer: x = 3

Step-by-step explanation: 3 + 3 = 6 ; 30 divided by 6 = 5.

User Manzini
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Answer:

x = 3

Explanation:


(30)/(3+x) = 5 ( models the statement )

multiply both sides by 3 + x

30 = 5(3 + x)

30 = 15 + 5x ( subtract 15 from both sides )

15 = 5x ( divide both sides by 5 )

3 = x

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