Which equation is equivalent to 4x +3+(-3)+7x - 6x = 11?

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To solve the equation \(4x + 3 + (-3) + 7x - 6x = 11\), we can start by simplifying the left-hand side.

  1. Combine the constant terms: \[ 3 + (-3) = 0 \]

  2. Rewrite the equation: \[ 4x + 0 + 7x - 6x = 11 \]

  3. Now combine like terms (the \(x\) terms): \[ 4x + 7x - 6x = (4 + 7 - 6)x = 5x \]

So, the equation simplifies to: \[ 5x = 11 \]

Thus, the equivalent equation is: \[ 5x = 11 \]