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What is x if 12= 7x +2 -5x
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What is x if 12= 7x +2 -5x

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Answer:

x=5

Explanation:

12= 7x +2 -5x

Combine like terms

12 = 2x+2

Subtract 2 from each side

12-2 =2x+2-2

10 =2x

Divide each side by 2

10/2 =2x/2

5 = x

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