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Solve for x.

8 (5 + x) = 11 (9 + x)

Answer as a fraction.

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  1. 15 June, 17:18
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    distribute the 8 to the 5 and x. then distribute 11 to 9 and x.

    (40+8x) = (99+11x)

    -11x - 11x

    -3x+40=99

    -40 - 40

    -3x = 59

    divide three on both sides

    x=59/-3

    final answer x=-59/3
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