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X = 7 To isolate x, always do the opposite of the number next to it. 5x = 35 The opposite of "× 5" is "÷ 5," so we ÷ 5 on both sides 5x = 35 5x ÷ 5 = 35 ÷ 5 x = 7 How do you solve an equation like: 5x
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X = 7

To isolate x, always do the opposite of the number next to it.

5x = 35

The opposite of "× 5" is "÷ 5," so we ÷ 5 on both sides

5x = 35

5x ÷ 5 = 35 ÷ 5

x = 7 How do you solve an equation like: 5x = 35

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Answer:

opposite operation

Explanation:

divide 35 by 5 so x=7

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