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Need help with this solve for x question!-example-1

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Answer:

x=4

Explanation:

RS + ST = RT

5+ 2x-2 = 3x-1

Combine like terms

2x+3 = 3x-1

Subtract 2x from each side

2x+3-2x = 3x-1-2x

3 =x-1

Add 1 to each side

3+1 = x-1+1

4=x

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