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Solve and explain ( algebraic reasoning )

Solve and explain ( algebraic reasoning )-example-1
User MrWeeMan
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Explanation:

×First expand the expression on the left side

×Finally solve for x (ie.make x the subject)

using either the balancing or the transpose methods . Either way will work

Solve and explain ( algebraic reasoning )-example-1
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Answer:

x = -5

Explanation:

Solve and explain ( algebraic reasoning )-example-1