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4(x+4)+2x=52 please help lol

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Answer:

x = 6

Explanation:

first we distribute the 4 to the (x + 4) by multiplying 4 times each of those

4x + 16 + 2x = 52

Then, combine like terms:

6x + 16 = 52

then subtract 16 from both sides of your equation

6x = 36

then divide both sides by 6

x = 6

let me know if you have questions

User Jarede
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Answer:

x=6

Explanation:

Given: 4(x+4)+2x=52

Distribute.

4x + 16 + 2x = 52.

Simplify.

6x + 16 = 52.

Subtract 16 on both sides to isolate out the variable.

6x = 36

Divide.

x = 6

User Thor Jacobsen
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