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7. Solve the equation: 3x-2 divided by 4 = 2x - 8. Show vour reasoning.

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Answer:

x = 6

Explanation:

(3x-2) / 4 = 2x- 8 Multiply both sides of the equation by 4 to get:

3x-2 = 8x - 32 add 32 to both sides

3x + 30 = 8x subtract 3x from both sides

30 = 5x divide both sides by 5

6 = x

User Everlyne
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Answer:

x = 6 Hope this helps have a great day! :)

Explanation:

(3x-2)÷4=2x-8

3x-2 = 4·(2x-8)

3x-2 = 8x-32

-2 = 5x-32

30 = 5x

x = 6

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