Question

Solve: 5(x − 1) − (x + 5) = 2


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Answer 1

5x-5-x-5=2
distributive property.. now rest is simple algebra ..

Answer 2

like nubeer said, distribute first so
5(x-1)-(x+5)=2
*keep in mind, the minus sign changes the signs when distributing so
5(x-1)-(x+5)=2
5x-5-x-5=2
2. collect like terms
4x
*the -5-5 changes to an addition problem cause of the negative
-5-5=-5+-5=-10
4x-10=2
3.add 10 to both sides
4x=12
4.divide both sides
x=3