SOLUTION: Solve 5x � 1 = 3x � 15. Explain each step, and include the Properties of Equality that you used.

SOLUTION: Solve 5x � 1 = 3x � 15. Explain each step, and include the Properties of Equality that you used.

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Question 633680: Solve 5x � 1 = 3x � 15. Explain each step, and include the Properties of Equality that you used.
Answer by IFY(62) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

5x � 1 = 3x � 15

COLLECT LIKE TERMS

5X - 3X = -15 + 1

2X = - 14

DIVIDE BOTH SIDES BY 2

X = -7
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