SOLUTION: I am trying to figure this equation out but I am doing it wrong. We do not have a text book to go by. 7x=36+4x Thanks, Brandon

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Question 66500: I am trying to figure this equation out but I am doing it wrong. We do not have a text book to go by.
7x=36+4x
Thanks,
Brandon
Answer by checkley71(8403) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
7x=36+4x
7x-4x=36
3x=36
x=36/3
x=12
proof
7*12=36+4*12
84=36+48
84=84