If 4x - 7 = 2x + 11, what is the value of x?

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A 2
B 6
C 9
D 18

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Answer: C. 9

Explanation: First, subtract 2x from both sides of the equation to group the variables: 2x - 7 = 11. Next, add 7 to both sides to isolate the variable term: 2x = 18. Finally, divide by 2 to find x = 9.

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