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24 February, 18:10

Solve for "x". 5 (x+2) = 3 (x+8). Show your work

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  1. 24 February, 18:15
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    Distribute.

    5x+10 = 3x+24

    Subtract 3x from both sides

    2x+10=24

    Subtract 10 from both sides

    2x=14

    Divide by 2

    x=7
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