Question

Solve for x.

5(2x - 1) = 6

A) x = 11/10(Fraction)
B) x = 1/2 (Fraction)
C) x = 1/10 (Fraction)

Answer 1

x = 11/10

Explanation:

5(2x - 1) = 6

Distribute

10x -5 = 6

Add 5 to each side

10x-5+5 = 6+5

10x = 11

Divide each side by 10

10x/10 = 11/10

x = 11/10