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−2z + 10 = 12 How do I isolate z in the equation above?
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−2z + 10 = 12

How do I isolate z in the equation above?

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Z= -1 This is because you need to carry over 10. 12-10 = 2 This means -2z = 2 you then carry over the minus. You then get 2z = -2 finally, you divide by two to isolate z. So the answer is z = -1
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-1

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