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Use the Distributive Property to simplify. s 5 a solution to 2t - 1 = 11?

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Answer:

5 is NOT a solution to the equation.

t = 6

Explanation:

Step 1: Write out equation

2t - 1 = 11

Step 2: Add 1 to both sides

2t = 12

Step 3: Divide both sides by 2

t = 6

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