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

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Answer:
x=1/2


Explanation
2( x-3)+3=6x-5

Distribute through the parentheses
2x-6+3=6x-5

Calculate the sum
2x-3=6x-5

Move variable to the left-hand side and change its sign
2x-6x-3= -5

Combine like terms
-4x=-5+3

Divide on both sides
x=1/2
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