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32 = 9(x + 3) pls help i simplified it i think but help

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Hey there! :D

32=9(x+3)

Use the distributive property.

a(b+c)= ab+ac

32= 9x+27

Subtract both sides by 27.

5=9x

Divide both sides by 9.

5/9= x

The fraction is already in it's simplest form.

I hope this helps!
~kaikers
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