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  • 25-04-2020
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what is the answer to 3(x+4)=5x+14

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garygomez4 garygomez4
  • 25-04-2020
x = -1
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MisterBigBrain
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  • 25-04-2020

Answer:

x = -1

Step-by-step explanation:

Multiply parentheses by 3:

3x + 12 = 5x + 14

Move terms:

3x - 5x = 14 - 12

Collect like terms and subtract:

-2x = 2

Divide both sides by -2:

x = -1

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