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Solve for x.
3x - 161
7x - 382

1 Answer

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Answer:

55.25 = x

Explanation:

3x - 161 = 7x - 382

Balance method:

7x- 3x = -161 + 382

4x = 221

Divide to find x:

221/4 = x

55.25 = x

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