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Which equation is equivalent to 8+2(x-1)=5

Which equation is equivalent to 8+2(x-1)=5
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Which equation is equivalent to 8+2(x-1)=5

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Answer:

8+2x-2 = 5

2x+6 =5

2x = -1

Explanation:

8+2(x-1)=5

Distribute

8+2x-2 = 5

Combine like terms

2x+6 =5

Subtract 6

2x+6-6=5-6

2x = -1

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