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Solve the two-step equation. − 2 3 x – 21 4 = 27 4 x =

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Answer:

x = - 18

Explanation:

Add the opposite of the constant on the left:

-2/3x = 21/4 +27/4 = 48/4 = 12

Multiply the equation by the inverse of the coefficient of x:

x = (-3/2)(12) = -18

The solution is x = - 18

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