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Solving Basic Equations
Example 7

Example 7: Solving Linear Equations

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

Problem

Solve 4x−5=−5\text{Solve }4x-5=-5

1. Recognize Pattern

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

2. Apply Method

9x−17=−116⇒x=−119x-17=-116\Rightarrow x=-11

3. Conclude

x=0x=0

Final answer

x=0x=0
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