To solve the equation \(5x - 3 = 2\), follow these steps:
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Add 3 to both sides of the equation: \[ 5x - 3 + 3 = 2 + 3 \] This simplifies to: \[ 5x = 5 \]
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Now, divide both sides by 5: \[ x = \frac{5}{5} \] This simplifies to: \[ x = 1 \]
So, the solution is \(x = 1\).