prettygotdumb
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  • 12-03-2021
  • Mathematics
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Solve for x if 2(x - 2) = 26

A) x=25
B) x=8
C) x=15
D) c=30

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karynafedorova karynafedorova
  • 12-03-2021
C) is correct x=15
2x-4=26
2x=30
X=15
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Leeshababy14
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  • 12-03-2021

Answer:

The answer is C x=15

Step-by-step explanation:

Simplify both sides of the equation.

2(x−2)=26

(2)(x)+(2)(−2)=26(Distribute)

2x+−4=26

2x−4=26

Add 4 to both sides.

2x−4+4=26+4

2x=30

Divide both sides by 2.

2x /2  =  30/ 2

x=15

Answer:

x= 15

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