Question

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$7(x - 2) = 42$
answer attempt 1 out of 2
$x = $
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Explanation:

Step1: Divide both sides by 7

$\frac{7(x-2)}{7} = \frac{42}{7}$
$x-2 = 6$

Step2: Add 2 to both sides

$x-2+2 = 6+2$

Answer:

$x=8$