Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 2 - Equations, Inequalities, and Problem Solving - 2.1 Solving Equations - 2.1 Exercise Set - Page 87: 97

Answer

$x=2$

Work Step by Step

Using the properties of equality, the value of $x$ in the given equation, $ cx+5c=7c $, is \begin{array}{l}\require{cancel} cx+5c-5c=7c-5c \\\\ cx=2c \\\\ \dfrac{cx}{c}=\dfrac{2c}{c} \\\\ x=2 .\end{array}
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