how do I find x in 2x+2=5x-3 ?

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Guest Nov 3, 2014

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2x+2=5x-3 Add 3 to both sides and subtract 2x from both sides

5 = 3x Divide both sides by 3

5/3 = x

CPhill Nov 3, 2014

CPhill · Answer 1 · 2014-11-03T04:34:32

2x+2=5x-3 Add 3 to both sides and subtract 2x from both sides

5 = 3x Divide both sides by 3

5/3 = x