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-4(x-2)=-2(x-17/2)

solve for x. show your work.

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Answer: x= - 9/4

Explanation:

1. Move the variable to the left, and change its sign.

-4x+8+2x=17

2. Collect like terms

-2x=17-8

3. Divide each side by -2

-2x=9

Answer: x= - 9/2

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