Answer:
a) x = 1
Step-by-step explanation:
Given: 2x + 3 = 5
1. Subtract 3 from both sides:
2x + 3 - 3 = 5 - 3
⟹ 2x = 2
2. Divide both sides by 2:
2x ÷ 2 = 2 ÷ 2
⟹ x = 1
3. Check your work:
2(1) + 3 = 5
2 + 3 = 5
⟹ 5 = 5 ✔
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