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How to solve 2x + 2 = -10

User Sajmir
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Answer:

x = -6

Explanation:

2x + 2 = -10

-2 = -2

2x = -12

2x divided by 2 is x. -12 divided by 2 is -6.

x = -6

User Nirav Gadhiya
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Answer:

x = -4

Explanation:


2x+2=-10

Subtract 2 on both sides


2x=-8

Divide by 2 on both sides


x=-4

User Romil Patel
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