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7. What is the value of x in the equation 2x + 4 =-42?

A. -19
... -7
B. -23
D. Not Here

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Answer:

B. -23

Explanation:

2x + 4 = -42 subtract 4 from both sides

2x + 4 - 4 = -42 - 4

2x = -46 divide both sides by 2

2x/2 = -46/2

x = -23

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Steps To Solve:

2x + 4 = -42.

2x + 4 - 4 = -42 - 4

2x = -46

2x/2 = -46/2

x = -23 (Answer)

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