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Consider the following equation. 4x + 2 = 8x - 5 Which equation and explanation could represent a step in finding the value of x​

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Answer:

x=1.75

Explanation:

First add 5 to each side then you would have 4x+7=8x then subtract 4x from each side and you'll get 7=4x the divide each side by four and you'll get 1.75=x

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Answer: 0 or 1.75

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