Answer :
Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
1. Start by using the distributive property with 2(x+1) --> 2x+2
2. Your equation will be 2x + 5 = 3 + 2x + 2
3. Add the 3 and the two on the left side to be 5 + 2x
4. Your equation will be 2x + 5 = 5 + 2x
5. Now minus 2x from both sides so the 2x will cancel out
6. 5 = 5