Find the value of x which satisfies the equation 5(x-7)=7-2x
MATHEMATICS
WAEC 2003
Find the value of x which satisfies the equation 5(x-7)=7-2x
- A. x =2
- B. x=4
- C. x=6
- D. x = 14
Correct Answer: C. x=6
Explanation
5(x - 7) = 7 - 2x
5x - 35 = 7 - 2x
5x + 2x = 7 + 35
7x = 42
x = \(\frac{42}{7}\)
= 6
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