Question

Solve this equation for x: 5x - 7=2

Answer 1

Hello! Our answer is x = 9/5.

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We are asked to solve the following equation for x:

5x - 7 = 2

Add 7 to both sides:

5x = 2 + 7

5x = 9

Divide both sides by 5:

x = 9/5

`\therefore` x = 9/5.

Answer 2

x=1.8

Explanation:

5x-7=2

5x=2+7

x=9/5

x=1.8