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Solve the equation.

3x + 2(4x − 6) = 8x + 1


What is the value for x?


x =

User VladLosev
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Answer:

13/3

Explanation:

3x + 2(4x − 6) = 8x + 1

3x + 8x - 12 = 8x + 1

11x - 12 = 8x + 1

3x - 12 = 1

3x = 13

x = 13/3

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