What is the value of x in the equation 6(x + 1) – 5x = 8 + 2(x – 1)?

6(x + 1) - 5x = 8 + 2(x - 1)
6x + 6 - 5x = 8 + 2x - 2
x + 6 = 6 + 2x
0 = x
So, x = 0
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