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linear equations w/ distribution (lev 1)
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2(2x + 5) = 50
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Explanation:

Step1: Divide both sides by 2

$\frac{2(2x+5)}{2} = \frac{50}{2}$
$2x + 5 = 25$

Step2: Subtract 5 from both sides

$2x + 5 - 5 = 25 - 5$
$2x = 20$

Step3: Divide both sides by 2

$\frac{2x}{2} = \frac{20}{2}$
$x = 10$

Answer:

$x = 10$