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15–(7+3x)=16–(4x–1)

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Remove the parenthesis.

15-7+3x=16-4x-1

Subtract.
Calculate the sum.

8-3x=17-4x

Move terms.

-3x+4x=17-8

Collect the like terms and subtract.

x=9

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