Question

How do i solve 5c + 15 = 2c - 12 ?

Answer 1

Solve for x by simplifying both sides of the equation, then isolating the variable.

x = 7

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Explanation:

Answer 2

c = -9

Explanation:

5c + 15 = 2c - 12

Subtract 2c from each side

5c-2c + 15 = 2c-2c - 12

3c+15 = -12

Subtract 15 from each side

3c+15-15 = -12-15

3c = -27

Divide each side by 3

3c/3 = -27/3

c = -9