To solve the equation \( 5 = 2x - 11 \), follow these steps:
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Add 11 to both sides of the equation: \[ 5 + 11 = 2x \] \[ 16 = 2x \]
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Divide both sides by 2 to isolate \( x \): \[ x = \frac{16}{2} \] \[ x = 8 \]
So, the solution is \( x = 8 \).
5 = 2x - 11
Solve for x
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