Question

-5 is correct.
Solve the following equations by elimination:
a) 2(x + 5) = 5x - 8 ​

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer:

$2(x + 5) = 5x - 8 \\ 2x + 10 = 5x - 8 \\ 5 + 8 = 5x - 2x \\ 13 = 3x \\ x = \frac{13}{3}$