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Solve the equation. 25-3x=40 what does x equal?

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Answer:

x=-5

Explanation:

25 - 3x = 40

-3x + 25 =40

-3x +25--25=40-25

-3x=15

-3x÷-3=25÷-3

x=-5

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Solve the equation. 25-3x=40 what does x equal?-example-1
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