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Solve each equation for the variable 7x-2=40

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Answer:

x = 6

Explanation:

7x - 2 = 40

7x - 2 + 2 = 7x

40 + 2 = 42

7x = 42

7x / 7 = x

42 / 7 = 6

x = 6

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