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Solve 5(2 - x) = 7x - 26 Input ONLY the value of x.
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Solve 5(2 - x) = 7x - 26 Input ONLY the value of x.

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Answer:

x = 3

Explanation:

5(2 - x) = 7x - 26

Distribute;

10 - 5x = 7x - 26

Add 5x to both sides;

10 = 12x - 26

Add 26 to both sides;

36 = 12x

Divide both sides by 12;

x = 3

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