Question

fill in the missing steps in solving the given equation. type an equation for each answer box provided.
$12(x - 5) = 20 + 2x$
a.
$10x - 60 = 20$
b.
$x = 8$
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Explanation:

Step1: Expand left-hand side

$12x - 60 = 20 + 2x$

Step2: Isolate variable terms

$10x - 60 = 20$

Step3: Isolate the variable term

$10x = 80$

Step4: Solve for x

$x = \frac{80}{10} = 8$

Answer:

A. $12x - 60 = 20 + 2x$
B. $10x = 80$