SOLUTION: 3(2x-5)=8x-9

Question 676378: 3(2x-5)=8x-9
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Distribute the 3
3(2x) + 3(-5) = 8x - 9
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6x - 15 = 8x - 9
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Group like terms

6x - 8x = -9 + 15
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combine like terms
-2x = 6
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Divide both sides by -2 to isolate x

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