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1. 3(2x + 3) - 4x = -3

2. 26 = 3x - 2 - 7x

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Answer:

1. x=-6

Explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

3(2x+3)−4x=−3

(3)(2x)+(3)(3)+−4x=−3(Distribute)

6x+9+−4x=−3

(6x+−4x)+(9)=−3(Combine Like Terms)

2x+9=−3

2x+9=−3

Step 2: Subtract 9 from both sides.

2x+9−9=−3−9

2x=−12

Step 3: Divide both sides by 2.

x=-6

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