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9x-23=49 what is the second step in this equation?

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Answer:

Divide both sides by 9.

Explanation:

To find the second step of the equation, we actually have to solve parts of the equation until we get to step 2.

Step 1: Add 23 to both sides.


  • 9x - 23 + 23 = 49 + 23

  • 9x = 72

Step 2: Divide both sides by 9.


  • (9x)/(9) = (72)/(9)

  • x = 8

Therefore, the second step is divide both sides by 9.

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