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Find the value of x which satisfies the equation 5(x-7)=7-2x

Find the value of x which satisfies the equation
5(x-7)=7-2x

  • A.
    x =2
  • B.
    x=4
  • C.
    x=6
  • D.
    x = 14
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation

5(x – 7) = 7 – 2x

5x – 35 = 7 – 2x

5x + 2x = 7 + 35

7x = 42

x = (frac{42}{7})

= 6