Solve for x 2 (x-5) ≤8

Step-by-step explanation:Create equivalent expressions in the equation that all have equal bases.

2

x

-

5

=

2

3

Since the bases are the same, then two expressions are only equal if the exponents are also equal.

x

-

5

=

3

Move all terms not containing

x

to the right side of the equation.

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Add

5

to both sides of the equation.

x

=

3

+

5

Add

3

and

5

.

x

=

8

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