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What is 5(x-6)=2(x+3)

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Answer:

x = 12

Explanation:

Given

5(x - 6) = 2(x + 3) ← distribute parenthesis on both sides

5x - 30 = 2x + 6 ( subtract 2x from both sides )

3x - 30 = 6 ( add 30 to both sides )

3x = 36 ( divide both sides by 3 )

x = 12

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