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Solving Basic Equations
Example 2

Example 2: Solving Linear Equations

Step-by-step worked example for this lesson track.

Problem

Solve 5x−6=−6\text{Solve }5x-6=-6

1. Recognize Pattern

ax+b=c⇒x=c−baax+b=c\Rightarrow x=\frac{c-b}{a}

2. Apply Method

6x−3=−3⇒x=06x-3=-3\Rightarrow x=0

3. Conclude

x=0x=0

Final answer

x=0x=0
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