Question

Solve the equation for x:
2x - 3) = 5

Answer 1

GIven,

2x-3=5

Now by transposing (-3) to RHS

2x= 5+3

2x=8

Now by transposing 2 to RHS

x=8/2

So now we have,

x=4

Answer 2

x=4

Explanation:

2x-3=5

2x=5+3

2x=8

divide both sides by2

x=4