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Solve the equation 3(x+1)+2x=1/2(10x-14)
Plz show the steps

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Answer:

0=−20

Explanation:

Distribute

Combine like terms

Combine multiplied terms into a single fraction

Multiply by 1

Subtract from both sides of the equation

User Michael Bordash
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Answer:

x=-2

Step-by-step explanation

1) Remove () and Rewrite

  • 13x+13+2x=1/2x2(5x-7)

2) Collect Like Terms

  • 15x+13=5x-7

3) Move Terms

  • 15x-5x=-7-13

4) Divide Both Sides

  • 10x=-20

ANSWER IS x=-2

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