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5x+2=2x-10?
how do i solve​

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Answer:

standard form:3x + 12 = 0 Factorization: 3(x+4)=0 Solution: x=-12/3 =-4

Explanation:

User Ulterior
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Answer:

x = - 4

Explanation:

Given

5x + 2 = 2x - 10 ( subtract 2x from both sides )

3x + 2 = - 10 ( subtract 2 from both sides )

3x = - 12 ( divide both sides by 3 )

x = - 4

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