Question

Solve the following 5t - 3 = 3t + 5

Answer 1

t=4

Explanation:

+3 to both sides

5t=3t+8

-3t from both sides

2t=8

÷2

t=4

5x4=20-3=17

3x4=12+5=17

Answer 2

t=4

Explanation:

5t-3=3t+5 - subtract 3t from both sides

2t-3=5 - add 3 to both sides

2t=8 - divide by 2

t=4