Solve $5x-12=3x+8$

Step-by-step solution

1. Subtract $3x$ from both sides to isolate $x$ terms: $5x-3x-12=8$
2. Simplify: $2x-12=8$
3. Add $12$ to both sides: $2x=20$
4. Divide by $2$ to solve for $x$: $x=10$

Concept tested: Solving simple linear equation

Published 16 October 2026 · How this solution was prepared and checked