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3(x+2)=2(x+5) i really need help

User Rantiev
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Answer:

x=4

Explanation:

3(x+2)=2(x+5)

Clear the brackets by multiplying

3x+6=2x+10

Collect like terms

3x-2x=10-6

x=4

User Cgvoller
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Answer:

x=4

Explanation:

3(x+2)=2(x+5)

opening brackets

3x+6=2x+10

3x-2x=10-6

1x=4

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