Question

What is the solution of the equation
7x + 3 = 2x + 13

Answer 1

Explanation:

7x + 3 = 2x + 13

5x + 3 = 13

5x = 10

x = 2

Answer 2

x = 2

Explanation:

given

7x + 3 = 2x + 13 ( subtract 2x from both sides )

7x - 2x + 3 = 2x - 2x + 13 ( simplify both sides )

5x + 3 = 13 ( subtract 3 from both sides )

5x + 3 - 3 = 13 - 3 ( simplify both sides )

5x = 10 ( divide both sides by 5 )

`(5)/(5)` x =
`(10)/(5)` , that is

x = 2