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3(x+2)=-5(x-3) what is the answer​

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Answer: 9/8

Explanation:

Use distributive property to solve

User Carlis
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Answer:

x = 9/8

Explanation:

Step 1: Write out equation

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

Step 2: Distribute

3x + 6 = -5x + 15

Step 3: Add 5x on both sides

8x + 6 = 15

Step 4: Subtract 6 on both sides

8x = 9

Step 5: Divide both sides by 8

x = 9/8

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