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Solve for X. 2x + 2 = 3(X - 4)
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Solve for X.
2x + 2 = 3(X - 4)

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Answer:

Explanation:

Distribute

2x + 2 = ( 3x - 4 )

= 2x+2= 3x - 12

Subtract 2 from both sides

2x + 2 = 3x - 12

-2 -2

Simplify

2x = 3x - 14

Subtract 3 from both sides

2x = 3x - 14

-3x -3x

Simplify

-x = -14

Divide both sides by the same factor

-x ÷ -1 = -14 ÷ -1

Answer

x = 14

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