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Чx-2(x+4)=22


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User Oam
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Answer:

4x-2x-8=22

2x-8=22

2x=30

x=15

User Barfatchen
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Answer:

x = 7

Explanation:

4x - 2(x + 4) = 22

Distribute:

4x - 2x - 8 = 22

Combine like terms:

2x - 8 = 22

Simplify and solve:

2x = 14

x = 7

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