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Solve for x: 5x + one third(3x + 6) > 14

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Answer: x > 2

Explanation:

5x + 1/3(3x +6) > 14 Distribute

5x + 1x + 2 > 14 Combine like terms on the left side

6x + 2 > 14 Subtract 2 from both sides

-2 -2

6x > 12 Divde both sides by 6

x > 2

User Bobwki
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Answer:

x > 2

Explanation:

Given

5x +
(1)/(3)(3x + 6) > 14 ← distribute and simplify left side

5x + x + 2 > 14

6x + 2 > 14 ( subtract 2 from both sides )

6x > 12 ( divide both sides by 6 )

x > 2

User Giulio Pettenuzzo
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