Question

Solve the equation below. Show all your steps

5x−8=17

Answer 1

x=5

Explanation:

Add 8 on both sides first. Then divide both sides by 5 to isolate the variable.

5x-8=17

add 8 to both sides

5x=25

divide by 5 on both sides

x=5

Answer 2

5x=17+8
5x=25
X=25/5
X=5