Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

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

Chapter 2 - Section 2.3 - Further Solving Linear Equations - Exercise Set - Page 118: 4

Answer

x = 4

Work Step by Step

15x - 5 = 7 + 12x Subtract 12x from both sides: 3x - 5 = 7 Add 5 to both sides: 3x = 12 Divide both sides by 3: x = 4
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