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2x - 1 = 17...............

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Answer:

2x - 1 = 17

add 1 on each side --> 2x = 18

x = 9 because one divides 2 from each side and results to 9

Explanation:

User GarouDan
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Answer:

x = 9

Explanation:

2x - 1 + 1 = 17 + 1

2x = 18

(2x=18)/2

x = 9

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