Question

What is the value of x
2x+5=12

Answer 1

x=3.5

Explanation:

2x + 5 =12

2x = 12 - 5

2x= 7

2x÷ 2 = 7÷2

x=3.5

Answer 2

Subtract 5 from both sides which will give I 2x= 7 then divide each side by 2 which would make x=3.5