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Solve the linear equation for x.
–4.8(6.3x – 4.18) = –58.56
x =
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-4.8(6.3x − 4.18) = −58.56
Distribute: −30.24x + 20.064 = −58.56
Subtract 20.064: −30.24x = −78.624
Divide by −30.24: x = 78.624 / 30.24 = 2.6
Check: 6.3(2.6) − 4.18 = 12.2, and −4.8(12.2) = −58.56. So x = 2.6.
Distribute: −30.24x + 20.064 = −58.56
Subtract 20.064: −30.24x = −78.624
Divide by −30.24: x = 78.624 / 30.24 = 2.6
Check: 6.3(2.6) − 4.18 = 12.2, and −4.8(12.2) = −58.56. So x = 2.6.
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