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Solve the equation for x. 5x - ( 4x - 1) = 2
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Solve the equation for x.
5x - ( 4x - 1) = 2

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Answer:

x = 1

Explanation:

Given

5x - (4x - 1) = 2 ← distribute parenthesis by - 1 and simplify left side

5x - 4x + 1 = 2

x + 1 = 2 ( subtract 1 from both sides )

x = 1

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