Question

5(x-10)=275 justify each step

Answer 1

5(x−10)=275

(5)(x)+(5)(−10)=275(Distribute)

5x+−50=275

5x−50=275

5x−50+50=275+50

5x=325

5x5=3255

x=65

Answer:

x=65

Answer 2

1. Disturbing 5(x-10) so it equals 5x-50, giving you 5x-50=275
2. Add 50 to both sides of the equation, giving you 5x=325
3. Divide both sides of the equation by 5, giving you x=65