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Solve for X
2x+5=x-10


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Answer:

x = -15

Explanation:

Subtract x on both sides

x + 5 = -10

Subtract 5 on both sides

x = -15

Check work:

2(-15) + 5 = -15 - 10

-30 + 5 = -25

-25 = -25

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