Solve for x : −2(3x−15)−25=35 .

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To solve the equation, let's simplify it step by step:

First, distribute the -2 to the terms inside the parentheses:

-2(3x - 15) - 25 = 35
-6x + 30 - 25 = 35

Combine like terms:

-6x + 5 = 35

Next, isolate the variable term by subtracting 5 from both sides:

-6x = 35 - 5
-6x = 30

Finally, divide both sides by -6 to solve for x:

x = 30 / -6
x = -5

Therefore, the solution is x = -5.