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In the problem below, put the steps in order to solve 5(x+1)=2(x-2).

In the problem below, put the steps in order to solve 5(x+1)=2(x-2).-example-1

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5(x+1)=2(x-2)
5x+5=2x-4
3x+5=-4
3x=-9
x=-3
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Answer:

5(x+1)=2(x-2)

5x+5=2x-4

5x-2x=-5-4

3x=-9

x=-3

Explanation:

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