Question

6 + 8x - 3 + 2x = 53

Answer 1

x = 5

Explanation:

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and the 1st step is to combine like-terms (8x + 2x, and 6 - 3)

Answer 2

5

Explanation:

6-3+8x+2x=53

3+10x=53

10x=50

x=5