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Solve for x: 3(x+1) = -6
A.-2
B.-3
C. 1
D.7/3​

User Alexeis
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Answer: x = -3

Explanation:

3(x + 1) = -6

Divide both sides by 3: 3(x + 1) / 3 = -6 / 3

x + 1 = -2

Subtract 1 from each side: x + 1 - 1 = -2 - 1

x = -3

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