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Which value for w makes the equation TRUE? − 8 w + 2 = 3

A. -1/2
B. -1/8
C. 8
D. 9

User Ron Badur
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Answer:

B. -1/8

Explanation:

A. -8(-1/2) + 2 = 6 (incorrect answer)

B. -8(-1/8) +2 = 3 (correct answer)

C. -8(8) + 2 = -62 (incorrect answer)

D. -8(9) + 2 = -70 (incorrect answer)

I hope this helps :)

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