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The difference of 18 and m is equal to the product of m and 7

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Answer:

M = 11/2

Explanation:

first set up the problem

18-m = m+7

subtract m to both sides

18 -2m = 7

then subtract 18

-2m = -11

divide by negative 2

m = 11/2

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