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What are the steps to solve for x?

x+ax=b

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Answer:


\displaystyle x = (b)/(1 + a)

General Formulas and Concepts:

Algebra I

Equality Properties

  • Multiplication Property of Equality
  • Division Property of Equality
  • Addition Property of Equality
  • Subtraction Property of Equality

Terms/Coefficients

  • Factoring

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify.


\displaystyle x + ax = b

Step 2: Solve for x

  1. Factor:
    \displaystyle x(1 + a) = b
  2. [Division Property of Equality] Divide 1 + a on both sides:
    \displaystyle x = (b)/(1 + a)
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