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If 2(x-8)= - 4x+2 , then x=

A) -7
B) -5
C) 3
D) 9

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Answer:

C) 3

Explanation:

2(x - 8) = -4x + 2

2x - 16 = -4x + 2

6x - 16 = 2

6x = 18

x = 3

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