Question

Follow the steps to solve for the variable in this two-step equation:

5x – 10 = 0

1. Addition property of equality

2. Division property of equality

Answer 1

x=2

Explanation

5x-10=0

fist add 10 to both sides to cancel the -10 on the left side

5x=10

then divide both sides to cancel the 5 in front of the x and to get the x all by itself

x=2

and then you have your answer!