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Solve for x. *
2 (x - 3) = 5x + 23

Solve for x. * 2 (x - 3) = 5x + 23-example-1

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Answer:-29/3

Explanation:

distribute the left side: 2x-6 = 5x+23

combine like terms: -3x=29

divide by -3 on both sides: x= -29/3

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