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Enter the value for x that makes the equation -4 (5 - x) + 7x = 189 true.

Enter the value for x that makes the equation -4 (5 - x) + 7x = 189 true.-example-1
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Answer:

x=19

Explanation:

-4 (5 - x) + 7x = 189 Distribute

4x-20+7x=189 Combine Like Terms

11x-20=189 Add 20 To Both Sides

11x=209 Divide By 11

x=19

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