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What is the value of x in the equation 2(x -3) + 1 = 19

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  • 10-03-2018
2x + -6 + 1 = 19
(2x) + (-6 + 1) = 19
2x + -5 = 19
2x - 5 = 19
(Add five to both sides) 2x - 5 + 5 = 19 + 5
2x = 24
(Divide both sides by 2) 2x / 2 = 24 / 2
x = 12
Answer: 12
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