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2|x-7|=8 solve the equation​

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Answer:

11, 3

Explanation:

Substitute 11

2|11-7|=8

2|4|=8

8=8

Substitute 3

2|3-7|=8

2|-4|=8

2x4=8

8=8

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Answer:

2x - 7 = 8

2x = 8 + 7

2x = 15 (divide both sides by 2 to get x)

2x/2 = 15/2

x = 7.5

Explanation:

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