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Solve for x, 4x+2=3x-15

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Answer:x=-17 I hope this helps

Explanation:

4x+2=3x-15

Move the variable to the left-hand side and change its sign

4x+2-3x=-15 and then do this

Move the constant to the right-hand side and change its sign

4x-3x=-15-2

Collect like terms
x=-15-2

Calculate the difference which mean’s subtract 15 from 2 which will give you your answer

X=-17

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Answer:

Explanation:

4x+2=3x-15

4x-3x=-15-2

x=-17

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