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Solve this equation.
3.5(2.25 + x) = 14

x = ?

User Qubyte
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Answer: x= 1.75

Explanation:

3.5(2.25+x)= 14 *distribute 3.5 into parentheses*

(7.875+ 3.5x)=14 *subtract 7.875 from both sides*

3.5x= 6.125 *divide*

Your answer is 1.75.

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