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What is 5x-2=28
Solve algebraically

User Torkleyy
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Answer:

x=6

Explanation:

Move all terms that don't contain xx to the right side and solve.

User Karina H
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Answer:

x=6

Explanation:

5x-2=28

Add 2 to each side

5x-2+2=28+2

5x = 30

Divide each side by 5

5x/5 = 30/5

x = 6

User Wade Mueller
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