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3x-5=1 x= How do I find x? And what is it?

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3x - 5 = 1.

5 + 1 = 6

3x = 6

6 ÷ 3 = 2

x = 2.

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Answer:

x = 2

Explanation:

Step 1: Write out equation

3x - 5 = 1

Step 2: Add 5 to both sides

3x = 6

Step 3: Divide both sides by 3

x = 2

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