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What is x for negative 8(x plus 2 ) plus 5x equals negative 4
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What is x for negative 8(x plus 2 ) plus 5x equals negative 4

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- 8 ( x + 2 ) + 5x = - 4

Start by distributing.....

- 8 x - 16 + 5x = - 4

Combine like terms.....

- 3 x - 16 = - 4

Add 16 to both sides.....

- 3x = 12

Divide both sides by -3 to get x by its self.....

x = - 4 is the answer
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