Question

1. $2(x + 2) = 10$

Explanation:

Step1: Divide both sides by 2

$\frac{2(x+2)}{2} = \frac{10}{2}$
Simplifies to: $x+2 = 5$

Step2: Subtract 2 from both sides

$x+2-2 = 5-2$
Simplifies to: $x = 3$

Answer:

$x=3$