The problem is to solve the equation $5(3 - x) = 55$ for $x$.

AlgebraLinear EquationsSolving EquationsVariable Isolation
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1. Problem Description

The problem is to solve the equation 5(3x)=555(3 - x) = 55 for xx.

2. Solution Steps

We need to isolate xx to find its value. First, divide both sides of the equation by

5. $$\frac{5(3 - x)}{5} = \frac{55}{5}$$

3x=113 - x = 11
Next, subtract 3 from both sides of the equation.
3x3=1133 - x - 3 = 11 - 3
x=8-x = 8
Now, multiply both sides by 1-1 to solve for xx.
(1)(x)=(1)(8)(-1)(-x) = (-1)(8)
x=8x = -8

3. Final Answer

x=8x = -8

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