Distribution property
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Answer: x = -1
Step-by-step explanation:
Starting:
x-5(x+1)=3x+2
Simplify the left side:
-4x-5=3x+2
Move all the terms with an x to the left:
-7x-5=2
Move all the terms without an x to the right:
-7x=7
Divide both sides by -7:
x = -1
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Answer: Choice A</h3>
is not the same as 
The base of the log is p, while the base of the exponential is b. The two don't match. If it said
then it would be a valid statement since the bases are both p.
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Extra info:
Choice B is a valid statement because Ln is a natural log with base 'e'
Choice C is valid as any square root is really something to the 1/2 power
Choice D is valid for similar reasons mentioned earlier