Question

How do I solve for x?2x+5=45

Answer 1

Steps:
1. Subtract 5 on both sides
2. New problem is 2x=40
3. Now divide by 2 on both sides
3. Your answer is x= 20

Answer 2

2x+5=45
Subtract 5 on both sides.
2x=40
Divide 40 by 2.
x=20