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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
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