12x - 1 - 10x = 23 I know x=12 but how is it done with distributive property

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12x - 1 - 10x = 23
I know x=12 but how is it done with distributive property

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Answer:

Explanation:

Combine 12x and -10x= 2x

2x-1=23 add 1 to both sides

The one on the left side with cancel out

2x=24 Divide 24/2

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