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In Exercises 51−56, the letters a, b, and c represent nonzero constants. Solve the equation for x

ax – 2 = 12.5

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Answer:

x = 14.5/a

Explanation:

ax – 2 = 12.5

Add 2 to each side

ax – 2+2 = 12.5+2

ax = 14.5

Divide by a

ax/a = 14.5/a

x = 14.5/a

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