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42 = 7 ( x + 5 ) solve for x

User Hdogan
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Answer:

1

Explanation:

1. distribute 7 to x and 5.

42 = 7x + 35

2. subtract 35 on both sides.

7 = 7x

3. Divide by 7 for both sides.

1 = x

User Tom Pace
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Answer:

x = 1

Explanation:

42 = 7 ( x + 5 ) solve for x-example-1
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