7 (2x+5) = 4x-9x solve the following equation for a number x. verify that your solution is correct.

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Amelia Osborn

3 October, 09:43

7 (2x+5) = 4x-9x solve the following equation for a number x. verify that your solution is correct.

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7 (2x + 5) = 4x - 9x

Distribute 7:

14x + 35 = 4x - 9x

Combine like terms:

14x + 35 = - 5x

Add 5x to both sides:

19x + 35 = 0

Take away 35 from both sides;

19x = - 35

Divide by 19:

x = - 35/19

Answer: x = - 35/19