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2(x - 3) = 10

Hint: Use the Distributive Property

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Answer:

x = 8

Explanation:

To solve this, you need to follow the order of oprations. You have perenthesis but dont have x. Lets suppose that x = 5, then 5-3 = 2 x 2 = 4, which does not word. When x - 3 is invoked you need the final = to 5 because 5 x 2 = 10. To Do this you can say 5 + 3 = 8 so 8 - 3 will = 5 and fit the answer.

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Answer:

x=8

Explanation:

2 × 8 + 2 × -3=10

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