SOLUTION: How can i solve 7x plus 9 equals 2x -1

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Question 389294: How can i solve 7x plus 9 equals 2x -1
Answer by richard1234(7193) About Me  (Show Source):
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7x + 9 = 2x - 1

Subtract 2x - 9 from both sides to isolate the variables, constants

5x = -10

x = -2