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Q. If 5 (3x-1) =40, then x = * a-3 b-9
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Q. If 5 (3x-1) =40, then x = *
a-3
b-9

User Matthieu
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Answer: 3

Explanation:

Distribute the 5: 15x-5=40

Add 5 from both sides: 15x=45

Divide 15 by both sides: 3

User Tasneem
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Answer:

a-3

Explanation:

5(3x-1)=40

15x-5=40

15x=40+5

15x=45

x=45/15

x=3

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