Question

solve the following equation in your notebook, use your notes from the previous problem to help you
5x - 2 = 3x + 4
x = ? (only type the number)

Explanation:

Step1: Isolate x terms on left

$5x - 3x - 2 = 4$

Step2: Simplify left side

$2x - 2 = 4$

Step3: Move constant to right

$2x = 4 + 2$

Step4: Simplify right side

$2x = 6$

Step5: Solve for x

$x = \frac{6}{2}$

Answer:

3