To solve the equation \(2x + 3 = 9\), follow these steps:
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Subtract 3 from both sides: \[ 2x + 3 - 3 = 9 - 3 \] This simplifies to: \[ 2x = 6 \]
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Divide both sides by 2: \[ x = \frac{6}{2} \] This simplifies to: \[ x = 3 \]
So, the variable \(x\) equals \(3\).