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How do I solve this equation: 7x=1+2x ?

How do I solve this equation: 7x=1+2x ?-example-1

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Answer:

Subtract 2 x from both sides of the equation.

7 x − 1 − 2x = 5 Subtract 2x from

7 x .5 x − 1 = 5

Explanation:


User Geotob
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7x = 1 + 2x

1. Subtract 2x from both sides

5x = 1

2. Divide it all by 5

x = 1/5

SO X EQUALS TO 1/5.

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