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I need help with this x=3x-10

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Answer:

x = 5

Explanation:

Step 1: Write equation

x = 3x - 10

Step 2: Solve for x

  1. Subtract 3x on both sides: -2x = -10
  2. Divide both sides by -2: x = 5

Step 3: Check

Plug in x to verify it's a solution.

5 = 3(5) - 10

5 = 15 - 10

5 = 5

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