4(x-5) +x = 10. Solve for x

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To solve the equation \(4(x - 5) + x = 10\), follow these steps:

  1. Distribute the 4 in the first term: \[ 4x - 20 + x = 10 \]

  2. Combine like terms: \[ 5x - 20 = 10 \]

  3. Add 20 to both sides: \[ 5x = 30 \]

  4. Divide by 5: \[ x = 6 \]

Thus, the solution is \(x = 6\).