Question

Solve the equation: 5 ( x - 2) + 4 ( 3 + x) = 20​

Answer 1

the value of x= 2

Explanation:

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Answer 2

x=2

Explanation:

5 ( x - 2) + 4 ( 3 + x) = 20​

Distribute

5x -10 +12 +4x = 20

Combine like terms

9x +2 = 20

Subtract 2 from each side

9x+2-2 = 20-2

9x = 18

Divide each side by 9

9x/9 = 18/9

x = 2