What is the solution of the equation 8(x − 10) = 56

Question

8
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−

10
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=

56
when solving for x
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Complete the statement: x =
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=..............

Answer 1

To solve the equation \( 8(x - 10) = 56 \), follow these steps:

1. Divide both sides by 8: \[ x - 10 = \frac{56}{8} \] \[ x - 10 = 7 \]

2. Add 10 to both sides: \[ x = 7 + 10 \] \[ x = 17 \]

So, the solution is:

Complete the statement: \( x = 17 \)