Respuesta :

PEMDAS: distribute the negative to (-2-5x) so it becomes (2+5x)+(-2)=18

Add 2 to both sides: 2+5x=20

Subtract 2: 5x=18

Divide 5: x= 18/5

Answer: X = 18/5

Step-by-step explanation: Took the quiz on K12 and got 100%