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Solve for x: 0.4x - 3 = 1.4

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Answer: x = 11

Explanation:

First, add 3 to both sides

0.4x - 3 = 1.4

+3 +3

0.4x = 4.4

Then, divide each side by 0.4 to isolate x

x = 11

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