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3 + 9x = 11 + 5x 1 what is x of this equation

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Answer:

2.25

Explanation:

3 + 9x = 11 + 5x + 1 (combine like terms)

3 -3 + 9x = 12 + 5x -3 (Minus 3 from both sides)

9x = 9 + 5x (Minus like terms)

9x-5x=9 (Minus)

4x = 9 (Put four and divide)

x = 9 ÷ 4 = 2.25

x = 2.25

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