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Practice One Simple Equation Together
1. If -17(x - 2) = 16 + x, what is the value of x?
(A). -2
(B). -1
(C). O
(D). 1
(E). 2

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TheUnknownScientist

Answer:

(D). 1

Step-by-step explanation:

-17(x - 2) = 16 + x

-17 × x - (-17) × (2) = 16 + x

-17x + 34 = 16 + x

-17x - x = 16 - 34

-18x = - 18

18x = 18

x = 18/18

x = 1

Thus, The value of x is 1

-TheUnknownScientist