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For what value of x is the equation 2x+4/3
=
-8 true?

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Answer:

x = -
(14)/(3)

Explanation:

Given

2x +
(4)/(3) = - 8

Multiply through by 3 to clear the fraction

6x + 4 = - 24 ( subtract 4 from both sides )

6x = - 28 ( divide both sides by 6 )

x =
(-28)/(6) = -
(14)/(3)

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