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How to do distributive property with an unknown variable.

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Answer:

1. Multiply, or distribute, the outer term to the inner terms.

2. Combine like terms.

3. Arrange terms so constants and variables are on opposite sides of the equals sign.

4. Solve the equation and simplify, if needed

Explanation:

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