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What is the value of x in the equation 7x + 2y = 48 , when y = 3?

x =

User Ekalavya
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the answer would be x=6

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Plug in 3 for "y":

7x + 2y = 48

7x + 2(3) = 48

2*3 = 6

7x + 6 = 48
Then, you have to subtract 6 to both sides..

7x = 42

Divide 7 to both sides and the your answer would be 6
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