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Solve for x. -2x-5=4.

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Answer:

x = ⁻⁹⁄₂ Or -4.5

Step-by-step explanation:

-2x - 5 = 4

  • Add 5 To Both Sides

-2x - 5 + 5 = 4 + 5

  • Simplify

-2x = 9

  • Divide Both Sides By -2

-2x / -2 = 9 / -2

  • Simplify

x = ⁻⁹⁄₂ Or -4.5

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User Dor
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Answer: = 9/2 i did this in khan academy

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