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Whats the missing variable in the equation:2(x+5)-7 = 3(x-2)

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Answer:

x=9

Explanation:

2(x+5)-7 = 3(x-2)

2x+10-7=3x-6

2x+3=3x-6

2x=3x-9

-x=-9

x=9

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