Solve for x: 2-3(2x-2)=17

Rjc asked Aug 21, 2022

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Rjc asked Aug 21, 2022

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Answer:

x = - 1.5

Explanation:

2 - 3(2x - 2) = 17 ← distribute parenthesis

2 - 6x + 6 = 17 , simplify

8 - 6x = 17 ( subtract 8 from both sides )

- 6x = 9 ( divide both sides by - 6 )

x =
(9)/(-6) = -
(3)/(2) = - 1.5

Zonyang answered Aug 27, 2022

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