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How many solutions can be found for the equation 5x + 3(x - 1) = 10x - 2x - 3?

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One
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Infinitely many

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Answer:

Infinitely many

Explanation:

Equation: 5x + 3(x - 1) = 10x - 2x - 3

1) 5x + 3x - 3 = 10x - 2x - 3

2) 8x - 3 = 8x - 3

3) 8x = 8x

4) x = x

Based on this information, it seems that the best answer would be infinitely many solutions.

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