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Solve the equation and check.

7x-5= 3 + 3x
Select the correct choice below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice.
OA. The solution is
(Simplify your answer.)
OB. The solution is all real numbers
OC. There is no solution

User Euphemia
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Answer: x = 2

OA. The solution is

(Simplify your answer.)

Explanation:

User David Frank
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Answer: The solution is x=2

7x - 5 = 3 - 3x

Move the variable to the left-hand side & change its sign. Move constant to the right hand side & change its sign.
7x -3x = 3 + 5

Collect like terms & Add the numbers
4x=8

Divide both sides by 4
4x/4 = 8/4

And you get x=2

Hope this helps ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ
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