To solve the equation 2x + 5 = 2(x + 1) + 11, follow these steps:
Distribute the 2 on the right side of the equation: 2x + 5 = 2x + 2 + 11
Combine like terms on the right side: 2x + 5 = 2x + 13
Subtract 2x from both sides to isolate the variable: 2x - 2x + 5 = 2x - 2x + 13 5 = 13
Since 5 is not equal to 13, the equation is inconsistent.
Therefore, there is no solution to the given equation.
