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Solve for x:

2(2x+5)=39

User Nitin Pund
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Answer:

x = 7.25

Explanation:

2×(2x + 5) = 39

  • First, we need to multiply inside the parenthesis with 2.

4x + 10 = 39

  • Now, we need to subtract 10 from the both sides of the equation.

4x = 29

  • lastly, divide both sides by 4.

x = 7.25

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