Is x = 6 a solution to the equation 5(x – 3) = x + 13? Follow the steps to find out.

1. Rewrite the equation 5(x – 3) = x + 13 with 6 substituted for x. Write a question mark over the equal sign to show that you're testing to see if the equation is true.

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2. Simplify both sides. Show your work.

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3. Is x = 6 a solution to the equation? Why or why not?

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4. Find a value of x that is a solution to 5(x – 3) = x + 13. Describe how you found the solution.

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