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Solve the following equations for x -11=3-7(x-1)

User Trbaphong
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Answer:

x = 21/8

Explanation:

x - 11 = 3 - 7x + 7

8x = 21

x = 21/8

User MarkusN
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Answer:

x = 21/8

Explanation:

Step 1: Write equation

x - 11 = 3 - 7(x - 1)

Step 2: Solve for x

Distribute -7: x - 11 = 3 - 7x + 7

Combine like terms: x - 11 = 10 - 7x

Add 7x on both sides: 8x - 11 = 10

Add 11 on both sides: 8x = 21

Divide both sides by 8: x = 21/8

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