Question

5. 3(x - 1) = 23 – 5(x + 2)​

Answer 1

x = 2

Explanation:

3(x - 1) = 23 - 5(x + 2) ← distribute parenthesis on both sides

3x - 3 = 23 - 5x - 10

3x - 3 = 13 - 5x ( add 5x to both sides )

8x - 3 = 13 ( add 3 to both sides )

8x = 16 ( divide both sides by 8 )

x = 2

Answer 2

x=2

Explanation: