Question

Solve the equation 7 (x-2)= 42

Answer 1

8

Explanation:

7 is first multiplied into both sides of the parentheses

7x-14=42

then you add 14 to both sides to get rid of the 14 on the left side

7x-14=42

+14 +14

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7x=56

then u divide 7x by both sides

7x/7=56/7

x=8

Answer 2

x=8

Explanation:

8-2=6

8x7=42

(checked)