Solve the equation. 6 = 2(x + 8)

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Solve the equation. 6 = 2(x + 8) - 5x

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User: Solve the equation. 6 = 2(x + 8) - 5x

Weegy: 5x - 3 = 12;

5x = 12 + 3;

5x = 15;

x = 15/5;

x = 3

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6 = 2(x + 8) - 5x
6 = 2x + 16 - 5x
6 - 16 = 2x - 5x
-10 = -3x
x = -10/-3
x = 10/3

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