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Follow the steps and finish the solution. 7 (x minus 3) = 28 Distributive property: 7 x minus 21 = 28. Addition property of equality: 7 x = 49. Division property of equality: x = blank. What is the value of x?

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Answer:7

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Answer:

7

Explanation:

7(x - 3) = 28 Given

7x - 21 = 28 Distributive property

7x - 21 + 21 = 28 + 21 Addition property of equality

7x = 49 Division Property of equality

7x/7=49/7

x = 7

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