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2(2x - 7) = 22 solve for x and simplify your answer as much as possible

User Yao Zhao
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X=9
Distribute the two to the 2x-7 in parentheses
Add 14 to 22
Divide 36 by 4
User Arthur Vickers
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Answer: 9

Explanation:

2(2x-7) = 22

4x - 14 = 22

4x = 36

x = 36/4

x = 9

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