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-9(w-4)=54

solve for w

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w = -2

Distribute the -9 on the left side of the equation:

-9w + 36 = 54

Add 9w to both sides of the equation:

36 = 54 + 9w

Subtract 54 from both sides of the equation:

-18 = 9w

Divide both sides of the equation by 9:

w = -2

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Answer:

w = -2

Explanation:

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