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What is the value of x that makes the statement true?

7x + 9 = 5x + 39

x =

User Anshoo
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7x + 9 = 5x 39
7x -5 = 39-9
2x =20
30\2 x=15
User Shalu
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Answer:

15

Explanation:

7x+9=5x+39

7x-5x=39-9

2x=30

30/2=x

x=15

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