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Find the sum of 5x + 20 and the opposite of 20. Write an equivalent expression in standard form.

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Answer:

5x + 20 + (-20) = 5x

Explanation:

Opposite of 20 is just -(20) which is -20.

5x + 20 + (-20) = 5x + 20 -20 = 5x

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