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How do I solve the equation 98=7(2-x)

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Answer:

-12

98=7(2-x)

98=14-7x

(minus 14 from "14-7x" and minus it from 98)

84=-7x

(divide 7 and calculate "84÷-7" on calculator and your answer will be -12)

-12=x

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