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-2(n+7)=15
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Hi!

First, use the distribution property.

-2 * n = -2n

-2 * 7 = -14

-2n - 14 = 15

Add 14 to both sides.

-2n - 14 + 14 = 15 + 14

-2n = 29

Divide by -2 on both sides.

-2n/-2 = 29/-2

n = -14.5

The answer is -14.5

Hope this helps! :)

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