kenna3195 kenna3195
  • 11-09-2019
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7(x+2)=2x-1 solve for the variable

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jimrgrant1 jimrgrant1
  • 11-09-2019

Answer:

x = - 3

Step-by-step explanation:

Given

7(x + 2) = 2x - 1 ← distribute parenthesis on left side

7x + 14 = 2x - 1 ( subtract 2x from both sides )

5x + 14 = - 1 ( subtract 14 from both sides )

5x = - 15 ( divide both sides by 5 )

x = - 3

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