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What is the solution to the equation 3x+2=x+8

What is the solution to the equation 3x+2=x+8
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What is the solution to the equation 3x+2=x+8

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Answer:

x=3

Explanation:

3x+2=x+8

Subtract x from both sides.

3x+2−x=x+8−x

2x+2=8

Subtract 2 from both sides.

2x+2−2=8−2

2x=6

Divide both sides by 2.

2x/2=6/2

x=3

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