# solve equation

2x+7=79
i think it is 43

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You need to subtract 7 from both sides of the equation.

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posted by Ms. Sue
2. 32 1/2

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posted by makeeda
3. You're closer, but still wrong.

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posted by Ms. Sue
4. 2x+7=79

2 x + 7 - 7 = 79 - 7

2 x + 0 = 72

2 x/2 = 72/2

x = 72/2

72 inches is six feet so half of that is three feet which is 36 inches :)

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posted by Damon
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