Solve for x: (x + 17) × 4 = 124.
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Undo multiplication first: x + 17 = 124 ÷ 4 = 31. Then subtract 17: x = 14.
Solve for x: (x + 17) × 4 = 124.
Undo multiplication first: x + 17 = 124 ÷ 4 = 31. Then subtract 17: x = 14.