The value of x in the solution set is -7
Let's find the value of x in the solution set.
Therefore,
3(x - 4) = 5x + 2
open the bracket on the left side
3x - 12 = 5x + 2
add 12 to both sides
3x - 12 + 12 = 5x + 2 + 12
3x = 5x + 14
subtract 5x from both sides
3x - 5x = 14
-2x = 14
x = 14 / -2
x = -7
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