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Solve the following equation for x:
7 (1 – x) = -3 (x - 2)

User JNevens
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Answer:


(1)/(4) =x

Explanation:

7 (1 – x) = -3 (x - 2)

distribute the 7 and the -3

7 - 7x = -3x + 6

subtract 6 from both sides

1 - 7x = -3x

add 7x to both sides

1 = 4x

divide 4 on both sides


(1)/(4) =x

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