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3(3v - 4) = 51 solve for v simplify your answer as much as possible

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Answer: v = 7

Explanation:

1. Distribute

3 (3v - 4) = 51

9v - 12 = 51

2. Add 12 to both sides

9v - 12 = 51

+ 12 + 12

3. Cancel out 12 + 12

51 + 12 = 63

9v = 63

4. Divide 9 on both sides

9v/9 = 63/9

5. Cancel out 9v/9

v = 7

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v = 7

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3(3v - 4) = 51 solve for v simplify your answer as much as possible-example-1
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