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What is the value of x in the eqation 5[x-6] = 2 [x+3]

User Kilian
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Answer:

x=12

Explanation:

1) distribute values:

5x-30=2x+6

2) add 30 to both sides

5x=2x+36

3) subtract 2x from both sides

3x=36

4) divide by 3

x=12

User Oren
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Answer:

x = 12

Explanation:

5x - 30 = 2x + 6

3x = 36

x = 12

User Krack Krackerz
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