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Solve the equation: 3(x + 2) = 40.2 *
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User Meng Lu
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Answer: x=11.4

Step-by-step explanation: 3(x+2)=40.2

(3)(x)+(3)(2)=40.2

3x+6=40.2

3x+6−6=40.2−6

3x=34.2

3x /3 = 34.2 /3

x=11.4

User Marco Luglio
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