Solve Two-Step Linear Equations Quick Check

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Question
Solve for x
.
5=2x−11
(1 point)
Responses

x=3
x equals 3

x=−3
x equals negative 3

x=8
x equals 8

x=−8

Answer 1

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

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

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

Thus, the solution is \( x = 8 \).

The correct response is:

• x = 8 (x equals 8)