Question

Solve for x.


A. 23
B. 13
C. -7
D. 3

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 3

Step-by-step explanation:

2 (x + 10) = x + 23

2x + 20 = x +23

-x            -x

x + 20 = 23

   -20    -20

x = 3

Answer 2

Hey there!

• $\bold{2(x+10)=x+23}$
• Firstly, you have to distribute
• $\bold{2(x+10)}$
• $\bold{2(x)=2x}$
• $\bold{2(10)=20}$
• $\bold{2x+20=x+23}$
• Now, let's do the opposite of $\bold{addition}$ which is $\bold{subtraction}$, so we have to SUBTRACT by $\bold{20}$ on each of your sides
• $\bold{2x+20-20=x+23-20}$
• $\bold{Cancel:20-20}$
• $\bold{Keep:2x=x+3}$
• $\bold{Simplify}$ it$\uparrow$
• SUBTRACT by the $\bold{x}$ value on each of your sides
• $\bold{2x-x=x+3-x}$
• $\bold{Simplify}$ that as well $\uparrow$
• $\boxed{\boxed{\bold{Answer:x=3}}}\checkmark$

Good luck on your assignment and enjoy your day!

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