Question

2(x + 5) = 5x + 23
Please answer ASAP I do not know the answer and need help

Answer 1

X =
`-(13)/(3)` or -4.3 ( with a line above the 3)

Explanation:

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Answer 2

X = -4 1/3 or -4.333 or -13/3

Explanation:

2(x+5) = 5x+23

2x + 10 = 5x+23

2x-2x + 10 = 5x-2x +23

10 = 3x + 23

10-23 = 3x + 23-23

-13 = 3x

-13/3 = 3x/3

x = -4 1/3 or -4.3333