what is the solution 2x-7=19

Mathematics · Middle School · Sun Jan 24 2021

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Given the numerical equation:

2x - 7 = 19

Determine the solution.

Solution:

In order to determine the solution, we simply solve for x. To do so, transpose -7 on the other side of the equation, hence we must take note that in transposing a number, the sign changes. 

2x - 7 = 19

2x = 19 + 7

2x= 26

Divde both sides of the equation by 2 in order to cancel out 2x.

2x/2 = 26/2

x = 13

Final answer:

x = 13