Question

solve for x.
\frac{5}{6}(x + 2) = 5
write your answer as a fraction or as a whole or mixed number. do not use decimals.
x = \square
submit

Explanation:

Step1: Multiply both sides by 6

$6 \times \frac{5}{6}(x + 2) = 5 \times 6$
$5(x + 2) = 30$

Step2: Divide both sides by 5

$\frac{5(x + 2)}{5} = \frac{30}{5}$
$x + 2 = 6$

Step3: Subtract 2 from both sides

$x + 2 - 2 = 6 - 2$
$x = 4$

Answer:

$x = 4$