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What value of x makes the equation -2+(3x+7))=-2(1+8x)

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Answer:

X = 1.2

Explanation:

-2(3x + 7) = -2(1 + 8x)

-6x - 14 = -2 - 16x

+16x +16x

10x - 14 = -2

+14 +14

10x = 12

10 = 10 = 1.2

(x = 1.2)

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