Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321726391
ISBN 13: 978-0-32172-639-1

Chapter 2 - Cumulative Review - Page 187: 45

Answer

x = $-\frac{9}{10}$

Work Step by Step

5(2x + 3) = -1 + 7 Distribute: 10x + 15 = -1 + 7 Simplify: 10x + 15 = 6 Subtract 15 from both sides: 10x = -9 Divide both sides by 10: x = $-\frac{9}{10}$
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