Question 670174
{{{2(x-1)=12}}} Start with the given equation.



{{{2x-2=12}}} Distribute.



{{{2x=12+2}}} Add {{{2}}} to both sides.



{{{2x=14}}} Combine like terms on the right side.



{{{x=(14)/(2)}}} Divide both sides by {{{2}}} to isolate {{{x}}}.



{{{x=7}}} Reduce.



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Answer:


So the solution is {{{x=7}}}