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What is the value of x in the equation show below ?0.25x+7=4(x-2)

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Answer:

x=4

Explanation:

Use Distributive Property:

0.25x+7=4x-8

Subtract 7 from both sides:

0.25x=4x-15

Subtract 4x from both sides:

-3.75x=-15

Divide both sides by -3.75:

x=4

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