Answer:
x=10
Step-by-step explanation:
Make 2x the only variable on the left side of the equation. Do that by taking 3 and 5 to the left. Note: if you move/transpose any number the sign must change.
2x = 18+5-3
2x=20
Divide both sides of the equation by 2 to make x the only variable left.
x=10
