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1.6 solving for a variable 2x+3y=12 for x​

1.6 solving for a variable 2x+3y=12 for x​
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1.6 solving for a variable 2x+3y=12 for x​

User Pmcoltrane
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Answer:

x=(12-3y)÷2

Explanation:

2x+3y=12

2x=12-3y

2x÷2 = (12-3y)÷2

x = (12-3y)÷2

User Maxdola
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To solve for a variable means to isolate the variable on one side of the equation.

2x+3y = 12

2x = -3y + 12

x = (-3y + 12)/2

Done.

User JonyD
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