Answer
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x=5

↓Steps Explained:↓

Solve for x

3x + 5 = 20

Divide each side by 3

3x
3
=
  
5
3

Group constants

Group our constants 5 and 20.
subtract 5 from both sides

3x + 5 - 5 = 20 - 5

Cancel 5 on the left side:

3x = 15

Divide each side of the equation by 3

3x
3
=
  
15
3

x = 5

Final Answer

x=5
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