Question

Solve the following equations with any method. Justify your reasoning. 1. (5x-8)=(8x-17) 2.(3x+5)+(4x-7)=180

Answer 1

1. (5x-8)=(8x-17)
5x-8x=-17+8
-3x=-9
x=3

2. (3x+5) + (4x-7) =180
3x+5+4x-7=180
3x+4x=180-5+7
7x=182
x=26