5=2x-11 x=__

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To solve the equation \( 5 = 2x - 11 \), follow these steps:

  1. Add 11 to both sides of the equation: \[ 5 + 11 = 2x \] \[ 16 = 2x \]

  2. Now, divide both sides by 2: \[ x = \frac{16}{2} \] \[ x = 8 \]

Therefore, \( x = 8 \).