SOLUTION: I have several problems if you may help with. The following equations, I have to solve for x. And I cant remember the steps ,I am totally lost. 1.) 17x - 42 = -39

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Question 374484: I have several problems if you may help with. The following equations, I have to solve for x. And I cant remember the steps ,I am totally lost.
1.) 17x - 42 = -39
2.) 7x - 2 = 5x + 10
3.) 3x - 1 - x = 3x + 5
4.) -4(x + 7)= -16
5.) 5(x + 3) = 7(x - 5)

Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
I'll do the first two to get you started.

# 1

Start with the given equation.


Add to both sides.


Combine like terms on the right side.


Divide both sides by to isolate .


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Answer:

So the solution is

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# 2

Start with the given equation.


Add to both sides.


Subtract from both sides.


Combine like terms on the left side.


Combine like terms on the right side.


Divide both sides by to isolate .


Reduce.


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Answer:

So the solution is


If you need more help, email me at jim_thompson5910@hotmail.com

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Jim

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