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Solve the equation. 5x + 8 − 3x = −10
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Solve the equation.

5x + 8 − 3x = −10

User Cheekoo
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Answer:

x=-9

Explanation:

User Rahul Nanwani
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Combine like terms:
5x + 8 - 3x = -10 --> 2x + 8 = -10
Subtract:
2x + 8 = -10
- 8 = -8
Simplify:
Divide 2 from both sides
x = -9

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