SOLUTION: I need to know how to solve this linear equation: 8r + 17 = 65

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Question 457514: I need to know how to solve this linear equation: 8r + 17 = 65
Answer by richard1234(7193) About Me  (Show Source):
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Subtract 17 from both sides:

8r = 48

Divide both sides by 8:

r = 6