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Find the solution to this equation:5(x-6)+8=7x-10
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Find the solution to this equation:5(x-6)+8=7x-10

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Answer is 70 according to my calculator
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Answer:

x = -6

Explanation:

Distribute where possible

5x - 30 + 8 = 7x - 10

Combine like terms

5x - 22 = 7x - 10

Subtract 7x from both sides and add 22 to both sides

-2x = 12

x = -6

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