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Solve the linear equation:
7x-3x=5x+2

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Answer:

x = -2.

Explanation:

7x - 3x = 5x + 2 Subtract 5x from both sides:

7x - 3x - 5x = 2

-x = 2

x = 2 / -1

x = -2.

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