Solve for x in the equation: 5x - 12 = 3x + 8?

A x = 2

B x = 5

C x = 10

D x = 20

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Subtract 3x from both sides: 2x - 12 = 8. Add 12 to both sides: 2x = 20. Divide by 2: x = 10.

💡 Why is C) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Solve for x in the equation: 5x - 12 = 3x + 8?" is Option C: x = 10.

The other options — A) x = 2, B) x = 5, D) x = 20 — are incorrect for this GED Exam Prep question. As explained above: Subtract 3x from both sides: 2x - 12 = 8. Add 12 to both sides: 2x = 20. Divide by 2: x = 10.

📚 About This GED Exam Prep Practice Question

This 2-level GED Exam Prep question from the Mathematical Reasoning topic is part of BrainForge Quiz's free exam preparation library. Each question includes the correct answer and a detailed explanation to help you understand the underlying concept, not just memorize the answer.

How to use this page: Read the question above, consider all four options (A through D), then check the highlighted correct answer and explanation. For active timed practice, start a free GED Exam Prep practice test or use flashcards for spaced repetition review.

Practice GED Exam Prep Quizzes → Browse All Questions Study Flashcards

Solve for x in the equation: 5x - 12 = 3x + 8?

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

📚 About This GED Exam Prep Practice Question

Related GED Exam Prep Questions