What value of x makes the equation true?

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Alejandro Andrade asked Aug 10, 2022

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What value of x makes the equation true?

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Answer:

x = 9/4

Explanation:

-3x + 10 = 5x - 8

Add 3x to both sides

10 = 8x - 8

Add 8 to both sides

18 = 8x

Divide both sides by 8

18/8 = x

Reduce

9/4 = x

x = 9/4

Mely answered Aug 17, 2022

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