Step-by-step explanation:
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First equation: Your equation is given.
Second equation: Distribute by multiplying every number in the parentheses by the number outside it.
3rd equation: Combine like terms by adding 4x to both sides.
4th equation: Combine like terms by subtracting 14 from both sides.
5th equation: Divide both sides by -2, the coefficient of x.
