To solve the equation \( x - 7 = 1 \), follow these steps:
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Start with the equation: \[ x - 7 = 1 \]
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Add 7 to both sides to isolate \( x \): \[ x - 7 + 7 = 1 + 7 \]
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This simplifies to: \[ x = 8 \]
So, the solution to the equation \( x - 7 = 1 \) is \( x = 8 \).