Question

what is 5(x−1)=2(x+8) ?

Answer 1

5(x-1) = 2(x+8)

5x - 5 = 2x + 16

5x - 2x = 16 + 5

3x = 21

x = 21/3

x = 7

Answer 2

Answer:

x=7

Step-by-step explanation:

5x-5=2x+16

3x=21

x=7