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GinnyAnswer
Sure, let's solve the equation step by step:

1. Write down the given equation:
[tex]\[ 5x - 8 = 2x + 13 \][/tex]

2. Move all terms involving [tex]\( x \)[/tex] to one side of the equation and constants to the other side:
[tex]\[ 5x - 2x = 13 + 8 \][/tex]

3. Simplify both sides:
[tex]\[ 3x = 21 \][/tex]

4. Solve for [tex]\( x \)[/tex] by dividing both sides by 3:
[tex]\[ x = \frac{21}{3} \][/tex]

5. Simplify the fraction:
[tex]\[ x = 7 \][/tex]

Therefore, the solution to the equation [tex]\( 5x - 8 = 2x + 13 \)[/tex] is:
[tex]\[ x = 7 \][/tex]

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