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Solving Basic Equations
Example 8

Example 8: Solving Linear Equations

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

Problem

Solve 4x4=28\text{Solve }-4x-4=-28

1. Recognize Pattern

ax+b=cx=cbaax+b=c\Rightarrow x=\frac{c-b}{a}

2. Apply Method

5x14=14x=05x-14=-14\Rightarrow x=0

3. Conclude

x=6x=6

Final answer

x=6x=6