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What is the solution to the equation 2(5+2x)=−4+6x

User Exel
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Answer:

x=7

Explanation:

First distribute the left side:

2(5+2x)= -4+6x

10+4x= -4+6x

Move like terms to one side

4x-6x=-10-4

Notice how the sign changes when we move it to the other side

-2x=-14

x=7

User Nag Raj
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Answer:

x=3

Explanation:

Hope this helps :)

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