Question

Solve for x: 2x + 27 = 5x-12

Answer 1

x=13

Explanation:

2x+27=5x-12

-2x -2x=

27=3x-12

+12 +12

39=3x

39/3=13

3x/3=1x

Answer 2

`2x + 27 = 5x - 12 \\ 27 + 12 = 5x - 2x \\ 39 = 3x \\ (39)/(3) = (3x)/(3) \\ 13 = x`

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