Question

If 5(2x-1)=35, then x=​

Answer 1

x = 4

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Equality Properties

• Multiplication Property of Equality
• Division Property of Equality
• Addition Property of Equality
• Subtraction Property of Equality

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

5(2x - 1) = 35

Step 2: Solve for x

1. [Division Property of Equality] Divide 5 on both sides: 2x - 1 = 7
2. [Addition Property of Equality] Add 1 on both sides: 2x = 8
3. [Division Property of Equality] Divide 2 on both sides: x = 4

Answer 2

x=4

Explanation: