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2 years ago

What are the steps to solve for x? x+ax=b

Mathematics

1 answer:

melisa1 [442]2 years ago

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Answer:

$\displaystyle x = \frac{b}{1 + a}$

General Formulas and Concepts:

Algebra I

Equality Properties

Multiplication Property of Equality
Division Property of Equality
Addition Property of Equality
Subtraction Property of Equality

Terms/Coefficients

Factoring

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify.

$\displaystyle x + ax = b$

Step 2: Solve for x

Factor: $\displaystyle x(1 + a) = b$
[Division Property of Equality] Divide 1 + a on both sides: $\displaystyle x = \frac{b}{1 + a}$

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