4 added to 5 times a number equals 2 subtracted from 7 times a number. Find the number
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Step-by-step explanation:
1. write the equation 4 + 5x = 7x - 2
2. Put like terms together 7x - 5x = 4 + 2
3. Add and subtract 2x = 6
4. Solve for x by dividing 2 in both sides 2x/2 = 6/2
5. Write your answer x = 3
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