Question

Solve the following.
7(x + 6) + 7x = 9

Answer 1

x = -2 5/14

Explanation:

7(x + 6) + 7x = 9

First, open the parenthesis.

7x + 42 + 7x = 9

Combine like terms.

7x + 7x + 42 = 9

14x + 42 = 9

Subtract 9.

14x = -33

Divide.

x = -33/14

Simplify.

x = -2 5/14

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