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7x-5=38 solve the two step equation

User Hofstad
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Answer:

6.14

Explanation:

7x-5=38

( +5 on 38)

7x= 43

( 43/7)

x=6.14

User Sebataz
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Explanation:

7x -5 = 38 add '5' to both sides of the equation

7x - 5 + 5 = 38 + 5

7x = 43 divide both sides by 7

x = 43/7

User Mbreining
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