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Solve for X 2( 5.5x+1) =24

User Gargron
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Answer:

X=2

Explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

2(5.5x+1)=24

(2)(5.5x)+(2)(1)=24(Distribute)

11x+2=24

Step 2: Subtract 2 from both sides.

11x+2-2=24-2

11x=22

Step 3: Divide both sides by 11.

11x/11=

22/11

X=2

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