Question

linear equations w/ distribution (lev 3)
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question
solve for x:
-10(x - 3) - 5x = -2(x + 1) + 7x

Explanation:

Step1: Expand both sides

-10x + 30 - 5x=-2x - 2+7x

Step2: Combine like - terms

(-10x - 5x)+30=(-2x + 7x)-2
-15x + 30 = 5x-2

Step3: Move x terms to one side

-15x-5x=-2 - 30

Step4: Simplify both sides

-20x=-32

Step5: Solve for x

x = \frac{-32}{-20}=\frac{8}{5}

Answer:

x = \frac{8}{5}