SOLUTION: 3 (x-5) = 5x+9

Question 666356: 3 (x-5) = 5x+9
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3(x - 5) = 5x + 9
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Distribute the 3 into the (x - 5) by multiplying the x and -5 by 3: 3x - 15 = 5x + 9
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Add 15 to both sides: 3x = 5x + 24
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Subtract 5x from both sides: -2x = 24
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Divide both sides by -2: x = -12
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Therefore, your solution is x = -12.
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