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26 = 3x - 2 - 7x

User Harishbb
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Answer:

X = 5

Explanation:

1.- Write down your equation backwards so its easier to answer

2.- then subtract 7x and 3x

3.- write down the rest of your equation, 4x - 2 = 26

4.- subtract -2 on both sides now you have, 4x = 20

5.- Divide 4 on bothe sides

6.- and you should have the answer, X=5

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