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What is the result of solving this equation for x?

y−b=m(x−a)

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Answer:
x=(y-b)/m

Step-by-step explanation:
y-b=m(x-a)
Divide both sides by m
(y-b)/m=x-a
Add a to both sides
(y-b)/m+a=x
x=(y-b)/m

I hope this helps! Please comment if you have any questions.
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