Multi-Step Equations Math Example 3

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Example 3

easy
Solve 2(x−5)=82(x - 5) = 8.

Solution

  1. 1
    Distribute: 2x−10=82x - 10 = 8.
  2. 2
    Add 10: 2x=182x = 18. Divide: x=9x = 9.

Answer

x=9x = 9
Distribute first, then use inverse operations to isolate xx.

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