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  • 10-10-2017
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Which value of x is the solution of the equation

2( x-4) + 7= 3?

1. 1

2.2
3 . 6
4 . 0

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Nadeshiko
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  • 10-10-2017
Distribute the outside terms through the terms inside the parenthesis.

2(x - 4) + 7 = 3

2x - 8 + 7 = 3

Combine like terms.

2x - 1 = 3

Add 1 to both sides of the equation.

2x = 4

Divide both sides by 2.

x = 2
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