Question

What is the answer to 5x-2=8

Answer 1

1. You need to get 5x on one side all by itself. So, you need to add 2 to the other side to undo the subtraction

$5x = 8 + 2$

$5x = 10$

2. Divide both sides by 5

$\frac{5x}{5} = \frac{10}{5}$

$x = 2$

Answer 2

I hope this helps you



5x=8+2


5x=10


5x÷5=10÷5


x=2