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What is the value of x in the equation 8 + 4 = 2(x - 1)?

User Neuronet
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Answer:x=7

Explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

8+4==2(x-1)

8+4=(2)(x)+(2)(-1)(Distribute)

8+4=2x+-2

(8+4)=2x-2(combine like terms)

12=2x-2

Step 2: flip the equation

2x-2=12

Step 3: Add 2 to both sides.

2x-2+2=12+2

2x=14

Step 4: Divide both sides by 2.

2x/2=14/2

X=7

Hope it helps

User Mtjhax
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Answer:

7.

Explanation:

8 + 4 = 2(x - 1)

2(x - 1) = 12

x - 1 = 6

x = 7.

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