Solve for X:
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Let's solve the equation step-by-step.
Therefore, the solution to the equation is .
\( x+7=14 \)
\( x=\text{?} \)
You want to eliminate the variable from one side, not create more variable terms! Since we have x on the left and 11x on the right, subtracting x removes it from the left side completely.
Yes, but it's usually easier to move variables first! If you subtract 5 from both sides first, you get , which still requires moving variables anyway.
Always subtract the smaller coefficient from both sides. Here, subtract x (coefficient 1) rather than 11x (coefficient 11) to keep positive numbers.
Fractional answers are completely normal! Many linear equations have fractional solutions. Just make sure to simplify the fraction and always verify by substituting back.
Because ! When you have the same term with opposite signs, they cancel out completely, leaving you with just the constant term 5.
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