Asked by Hannah

Follow the steps and finish the solution.

7 (x minus 3) = 28
Distributive property: 7 x minus 21 = 28. Addition property of equality: 7 x = 49. Division property of equality: x = blank.

What is the value of x?

7
9
42
56

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Start with 7(x − 3) = 28.
Distribute: 7x − 21 = 28.
Add 21 to both sides: 7x = 49.
Divide both sides by 7: x = 49/7 = 7.

Answer: 7.