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Solve the equation. If the equation is an identity, choose identity. If it has no solution, choose no solution.

−12x+1=7x−14

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Answer: x=15/19 =0.789

Step-by-step explanation: -12*x+1-(7*x-14)=0

-19x+15 = 0

Subtract 15 from both sides of the equation :

-19x = -15

Multiply both sides of the equation by (-1) : 19x = 15

Divide both sides of the equation by 19:

x = 15/19 = 0.789

x = 15/19 = 0.789

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