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Solve the equation: \(10 x+2=6 x-5+2 x\).

Solve the equation: \(10 x+2=6 x-5+2 x\).
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  • A \(-2\)
  • B 2
  • C \(-3.5\)
  • D \(3.25\)
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
\(10 x +2=6 x -5+2 x\)ollect like terms
\(10 x-6 x-2 x=-5-2,2 x=-7\)
\(x =7 \div 2=3.5 \quad\)

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