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Solve the equation. –3x + 6 = –9

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Subtract 6 from both sides

-3x = -9 - 6

Simplify -9 - 6 to -15

-3x = -15

Divide both sides by -3

x = -15/-3

Two negatives make a positive

x = 15/3

Simplify 15/3 to 5

x = 5

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Answer:

x=5

Explanation:

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