Question

Solve for x using the
distributive property.
2(x - 5) = 10

Answer 1

x=10

Explanation:

2(x - 5) = 10

You would first multiply 2 by x and 5

2x-10 = 10

then you would add ten to both sides

2= 20

then you would divide 2 by 20

x=10

Answer 2

x=10

Explanation:

2x-10=10

2x=20

x=10