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5=x+8 (Sorry but i've been on this one for hours)

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Answer:

x=-3

Explanation:

x+8=5

x=5-8

x=-3

User Lakshman Chilukuri
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Answer:

x = -3

Explanation:

Subtract 8 from both sides to get x alone.

5 - 8 = x + 8 - 8

-3 = x

User Crossman
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