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Evan, an artist, plans to paint and sell some miniature paintings. He just bought some brushes for $50, and paint and canvas for each painting costs $18; he will sell each painting for $20. Once Evan sells a certain number of his paintings, he will be breaking even. How much will Evan have earned?

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Answer:

x = 25

Explanation:

0 = 2x - 50

0 - 2x = -50

-2x = -50

x = 25



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