Answer:
x = 8
Step-by-step explanation:
2x + 5 = 3(x - 1)
Distribute the 3 on the right side.
2x + 5 = 3x - 3
Subtract 5 from both sides.
2x = 3x - 8
Subtract 3x from both sides.
-x = -8
Divide both sides by -1.
