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Solve for x. (x-2)/3=1

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Answer:5

Explanation:

1. x-2/3 =1

2. x-2 = 1x3

3. x-2 = 3

4. x= 3+2

5. x=5

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Answer:

x = 5

Explanation:

(x - 2)/3 = 1

Multiply both sides by 3.

x - 2 = 3

Add 2 to both sides.

x = 5

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