What is the solution of 9x-8=34x-12

Mathematics

1 answer:

Cerrena [4.2K]3 years ago

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Answer: x = 2/13

Step-by-step explanation:

9x-8=34x-12

Add 12 on both sides and you get

9x+4=34x

Subtract 9x from both sides and you get

4=26x

Divide 26 from both sides to get

X= 4/26

Simlify

x = 2/13

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