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What is the value of x in 2.5(6x-4)=10+(1.5+0.5)

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Answer:

x = 22/15

Explanation:

2.5(6x-4)=10+(1.5+0.5)

Combine like terms

2.5(6x-4)=10+(2)

2.5(6x-4)=12

Divide each side by 2.5

6x-4 = 4.8

Add 4 to each side

6x = 8.8

Divide by 6

6x/6 = 8.8/6

x = 88/60

x = 22/15

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