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Solve the equation.
(1/2)4x-5= (1/4)4x+2

User Morendil
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Answer:

X = 7

Explanation:

1. Simplify

(1/2)4x-5= (1/4)4x+2

2x-5=x+2

2. Add 5 to both sides.

2x-5=x+2

2x-5+5=x+2+5

3. Simplify once again.

2x-5+5=x+2+5

2x=x+7

So,

x = 7

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