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5(x-2)-3x ≤2
Solve the inequality
The solution is ____?

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Answer:

x ≤ 6

Explanation:

Distribute the 5 onto (x-2), then combine like terms.

5x -10 -3x ≤ 2

2x - 10 ≤ 2

Add 10 to both sides to get rid of the 10 on the left.

2x - 10 + 10 ≤ 2 + 10

2x ≤ 12

Divide 12 by 2.

x ≤ 6

x ≤ 6 will be your answer/solution.

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