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Apply inverse operations to isolate x.
x=2y-4
To solve the given literal equation for x, we will use the Properties of Equality to apply inverse operations on the equation. Remember, only like terms can be combined.
LHS * (y-1)=RHS* (y-1)
a/(y-1)* (y-1) = a
Distribute 2
LHS-2=RHS-2
Subtract terms