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If 2(x + 5) – (3x – 4) = 12, what is the value of x?

User SanjiMika
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Answer:

The value of x will equal 2 I believe sorry if I'm wrong

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User Unlikus
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Distribute: 2x + 10 - 3x + 4 = 12

Combine like-terms: -x + 14 = 12

Subtract 14 from both sides: -x = -2

Switch signs: x = 2

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