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Solve each single-step equation. Show your work. a -2 + 3 = -2

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Answer:

a=−3

Explanation:

a−2+3=−2

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

a−2+3=−2

a+−2+3=−2

(a)+(−2+3)=−2(Combine Like Terms)

a+1=−2

a+1=−2

Step 2: Subtract 1 from both sides.

a+1−1=−2−1

a=−3

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