Math Problem Statement

If 2x+7 = x then x = -7

Solution

Let's solve the equation to check if x=7x = -7 is correct.

The given equation is:

2x+7=x2x + 7 = x

  1. Subtract xx from both sides of the equation:

2xx+7=xx2x - x + 7 = x - x

This simplifies to:

x+7=0x + 7 = 0

  1. Subtract 7 from both sides:

x=7x = -7

So, x=7x = -7 is indeed correct.

Would you like more details, or do you have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions for further exploration:

  1. How would the solution change if the equation was 3x+7=x3x + 7 = x?
  2. What happens if we replace 7 with another number, say 5, in the equation 2x+5=x2x + 5 = x?
  3. Can you solve 4x+9=2x4x + 9 = 2x?
  4. What does the solution represent graphically?
  5. How do you solve equations with variables on both sides involving fractions?

Tip: Always double-check your solution by substituting the value of xx back into the original equation to verify your answer.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8