Answer
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m=11.5

↓Steps Explained:↓

Solve for m

2m + 42 = 65

Divide each side by 2

2m
2
=
  
42
2

Group constants

Group our constants 42 and 65.
subtract 42 from both sides

2m + 42 - 42 = 65 - 42

Cancel 42 on the left side:

2m = 23

Divide each side of the equation by 2

2m
2
=
  
23
2

m = 11.5

Final Answer

m=11.5
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