To solve this equation, we need to distribute the 7 to both terms inside the parentheses.
7(x - 2) = 42
7x - 14 = 42
Now, we need to isolate the variable x by moving the -14 to the other side of the equation.
7x = 42 + 14
7x = 56
Finally, divide both sides by 7 to solve for x.
x = 56 / 7
x = 8
Therefore, the solution to the equation 7(x - 2) = 42 is x = 8.
Solve.
7, left bracket, x, minus, 2, right bracket, equals, 42
7(x−2)=
42
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