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2x - 8 = 12 - 4x

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Answer:

x =
(10)/(3) or
3(1)/(10)

Explanation:

2x - 8 = 12 - 4x

1) Add 8 on boths sides:

2x - 8 + 8 = 12 - 4x + 8

2x = 20 - 4x

2) Add 4x to both sides:

2x + 4x = 20 - 4x + 4x

6x = 20

3) Divide 6 on both sides


(6x)/(6) = (20)/(6)

x =
(10)/(3) or
3(1)/(10)

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