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Solve for x: 8x - 2 = -9 + 7x
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Answer:

x=-7

Explanation:

8x-2=-9+7x

Subtract 7x from both sides.

x-2=-9

Add 2 to both sides.

x=-7

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Answer:

x=-7

Explanation:

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