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How do I do 3x+4= -8?

User Javorosas
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Answer:

x = -4

Explanation:

3x+4= -8 (subtract 4 from both sides)

3x = -8 - 4 ( evaluate right hand side)

3x = -12 (divide both sides by 3)

x = -12 / 3 = -4

User Tam
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Answer:

x=-4

Explanation:

3x plus 4 =-8

3x=-8 -4

3x÷ -12 and you get -4

User JibW
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