What is the value of the expression 5x - 3 when x = 2?

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To find the value of the expression (5x - 3) when (x = 2), substitute (2) in place of (x).

Start with the expression:

[ 5x - 3 ]

Substituting (2) for (x):

[ 5(2) - 3 ]

Next, calculate (5 \times 2):

[ 10 - 3 ]

Now, subtract (3) from (10):

[ 10 - 3 = 7 ]

Thus, the value of the expression when (x = 2) is (7). This confirms that the correct answer corresponds to the choice that gives this value.