\"\"\"\"

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The equation is \"\".

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Apply Multiplication property of equality: Multiply each side by negative 3.

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\"\"

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\"\"                           (Cancel common terms)

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\"\"                               (Multiply: \"\")\"\"

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Check:

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To check the solution, substitute \"\" in original equation.

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\"\"

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\"\"                                (Divide: \"\")

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Compare the values, the equation is true. \"\"

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The value of x is \"\".