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Question
Solve for x.
x−25=5(1 point)
Responses

x=−20
x equals negative 20

x=−5
x equals negative 5

x=5
x equals 5

x=30
x equals 30
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Answer 1

To solve the equation \( x - 25 = 5 \), we will isolate \( x \).

1. Start with the equation: \[ x - 25 = 5 \]

2. Add 25 to both sides of the equation: \[ x - 25 + 25 = 5 + 25 \] \[ x = 30 \]

So, the solution is \( x = 30 \).

The correct response is:

• \( x = 30 \) (x equals 30)