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Solve using the multiplication and addition principles together. 6x-17=1 What is the solution

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Answer:

1. Make x to the left side, and numbers to the right side:
6x - 17 = 1
6x = 1 + 17
6x = 18 |:6
User Darko Cerdic
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Answer: x = 3

Explanation:

Our task is to solve the equation:


6x-17=1

First, add 17 to both sides:


6x=1+17


6x=18

Next, divide both sides by 6:


\cfrac{6x}{6}=\cfrac{18}{6}


x=3

Therefore, x = 3.


\rule{300}{1}

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