SOLUTION: how do I solve 2x-2=5(x-3) over 11

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Question 678097: how do I solve 2x-2=5(x-3) over 11
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2x-2=%285%28x-3%29%2F11%29
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Multiply the entire equation by 11 to be rid of the fraction
11(2x) - 11(2) = 11%285%28x-3%29%2F11%29
22x - 22 = 5(x-3)
Distribute the 5
22x - 22 = 5x - 15
Group like terms
22x - 5x = 22 - 15
17x = 7
Divide both sides by 17
x = 7%2F17
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