solve the equation to find n in the case .

Question

5(n-2) = 3(n+2)

Answer 1

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Answer 2

5(n-2) = 3(n+2)

Distribute the 5 and 3 through the parenthesis.

5n - 10 = 3n + 6

Subtract 3n and add 10 on both sides.

5n - 3n = 6 + 10

2n = 16

n = 8