Explain two ways you could solve 20 = 5(−3 + x

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Sheli · Answer 1 · 2021-08-05T12:45:34+0000

Answer:

7 is x

Explanation:

1) Divide both sides by 5 to give

4=-3+x

x=4+3

x=7

2) Multiply 5 with the RHS (Right Hand Side) to give

20=-15+5x

20+15=5x

35=5x

x=7