Question

Solve for X: 5x+2=12

A) -2
B) 5
C) 2
D) 1

Answer 1

Answer: C) 2

Step-by-step explanation: The first step is to subtract 2 from both sides. This leaves you with 5x=10. Lastly, you divide both sides by 5. You end up with x=2

Answer 2

`\huge\boxed{\text{C)}\ 2}}`

Start with the original equation.

`5x+2=12`

Subtract
`2` from both sides.

`5x=10`

Divide both sides by
`5`.

`\large\boxed{x=2}`