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by Lounise Morissette

Step 1:
Since 10x−8x10x - 8x10x−8x are like terms (both involve xxx), we can subtract the coefficients:

(10−8)x=12

(10 - 8)x = 12(10−8)x=12

2x=12

Step 2:
To isolate xx divide both sides of the equation by 2:

2x2=122\frac{2x}{2} = \frac{12}{2}22x​=212​

Simplifying:

x = 6x=6

Answer 1

Your explanation of solving the equation \(10x - 8x = 12\) is clear and correct! You've followed the steps logically to isolate \(x\) and arrive at the solution.

Just to recap the steps:

1. Combine the like terms: \[ (10 - 8)x = 12 \implies 2x = 12 \]

2. Divide both sides by 2: \[ \frac{2x}{2} = \frac{12}{2} \implies x = 6 \]

Thus, you successfully solved for \(x\) as 6. Great job! If you have any further questions or need assistance with another problem, feel free to ask!