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I need the best step by step explanation fr this equation. 3x + 5 = -16.

I need the answer for a writing prompt.

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Minus five from both sides then you would be. Left with 3x=-21 then divide 3x by 3 and -21 by 3 then you would get the answer x=-7
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Answer:

x = -7

Explanation:

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