Solving Linear Equations
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Solve for x in the equation: 2x + 5 = 15.

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Alex

2 hours ago

First, subtract 5 from both sides to isolate the 2x term. You get 2x = 10. Then divide by 2!

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Ben

1 hour ago

I got x = 5. Is that right?

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1. Subtract 5 from both sides: 2x = 10. 2. Divide by 2: x = 5.

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linear equations
algebra 1
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