Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321785045
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 2 - Section 2.1 - Linear Equations in One Variable - Exercise Set - Page 55: 29

Answer

$x=5$

Work Step by Step

We are given that $.6x-10=1.4x-14$. We can solve for x by first adding 14 to both sides. $.6x+4=1.4x$ Subtract .6x from both sides. $4=.8x$ Divide both sides by .8 $x=5$
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