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What is the value of x in the equation 8x-2y=48when y=4
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What is the value of x in the equation 8x-2y=48when y=4

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7

8x-2(4)=48

8x+(8)=48

8x-8=48+8

8x=56

8x/8=56/8

x=7

User Woohyung
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Answer:

x=7

Explanation:

8x-2(4)=48 Substitute y w/ 4

8x-8=48 Multiply

8x-8+8=48+8 Add 8 to both sides

8x=56

8x÷8=56÷8 Divide both sides by 8

x=7

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