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Solve one step equalities using multiplication & division
X/2 = 17/1

User Velimir
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X=34

Any expression divided by remains the same
X/2= 17

Multiply both sides of the equation by 2
X=34
User Bhavye Mathur
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Answer:


\sf \: x=34

Explanation:

Let's solve your equation step-by-step.

x/2 = 17/1

Step 1: Cross-multiply.

x/2 = 17/1

x*(1)=(17)*(2)

x=34

User Jonboy
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