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What value of x is in the solution set of 2(3x - 1) = 4x - 6?
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User Vahid Abdi
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Answer:

x = - 2

Explanation:

Given

2(3x - 1) = 4x - 6 ← distribute parenthesis on left side

6x - 2 = 4x - 6 ( subtract 4x from both sides )

2x - 2 = - 6 ( add 2 to both sides )

2x = - 4 ( divide both sides by 2 )

x = - 2

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