SOLUTION: Solve the following equation for the variable. You must show your algebraic steps used to earn credit. 3x + 2 = 4 _______ 3

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Question 253743: Solve the following equation for the variable. You must show your algebraic steps used to earn credit.

3x + 2 = 4
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3
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
3x + 2 = 4
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3
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cross-multiply to get:
3x+2 = 12
3x = 10
x = 10/3
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Cheers,
Stan H.