Whole Numbers

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  Determine the value of the x below what makes the equation true.

  
  

  x

  +

  (6

  ×

  9)

  =

  70

  
  

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  STEP 1: Understanding order of operation.

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  First, solve the multiplicaton portion in this equation.

  
  

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  STEP 2: Subtract from both sides.

  
  
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  STEP 3: Simplify.

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