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Solve 9x - 19 = 2x-5 Optional working Answ
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9x - 19 = 2x-5
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Answer:

x=2

Explanation:

9x - 19 = 2x-5

To solve for x, subtract 2x from each side.

9x - 19-2x = 2x-5-2x

7x -19 = -5

Add 19 to each side.

7x-19+19 = -5+19

7x = 14

Divide each side by 7.

7x/7 = 14/7

x=2

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