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15 December, 06:47

What is the value of x in the equation 8 (4-x) = 7x+2

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  1. 15 December, 06:53
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    x=15

    Step-by-step explanation:

    8 (4-x) = 7x+2

    Distribute

    32 - 8x = 7x+2

    Add 8x to each side

    32 - 8x+8x = 7x+8x+2

    32 = 15x+2

    Subtract 2 from each side

    32-2 = 15x + 2-2

    30 = 15x

    Divide by 15

    30/15 = 15x/15

    2 = x
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