Question

5x+18=7x-6 what’s the answer?

Answer 1

x = 12

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

• Order of Operations: BPEMDAS
• Equality Properties

Explanation:

Step 1: Define equation

5x + 18 = 7x - 6

Step 2: Solve for x

1. Subtract 5x on both sides: 18 = 2x - 6
2. Add 6 to both sides: 24 = 2x
3. Divide both sides by 2: 12 = x
4. Rewrite: x = 12

Step 3: Check

Plug in x to verify it's a solution.

1. Substitute: 5(12) + 18 = 7(12) - 6
2. Multiply: 60 + 18 = 84 - 6
3. Add/Subtract: 78 = 78

And we have our final answer!