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24 November, 01:28

Seventeen is three times the difference between four times a number and five

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  1. 24 November, 01:56
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    17 = 3 (4x - 5)

    Distributive property.

    17 = 12x - 15

    Add 15 to both sides.

    32 = 12x

    Divide both sides by 12.

    x = 2.67. (This is your answer.)

    Let me know if you have any questions.
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