Question

How do I solve 34-5x+2(x-2)=15

Answer 1

34-5x+2(x-2)=15      1st get rid of () by distributing the 2.
34-5x+2x-4=15         Now collect like terms.
30-3x=15                  Get -3x by itself by subtracting 30 in both sides.
-3x=-15                     You want X by itself so divide by -3 on both sides.
x=5