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H. Use algebra to solve the equation 2x + 5 = x - 1. Show your work. In the Gizmo, select theSOLUTION tab to check your answer.

H. Use algebra to solve the equation 2x + 5 = x - 1. Show your work. In the Gizmo-example-1

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2x + 5 = x - 1 2x + 5 = x - 1

2x + 5 - 5 = x - 1 - 5

2x - x = -5 - 1 2x = x - 6

x = -6 2x - x = x - 6 - x

x = -6

2(-6) + 5 = -6 - 1

-12 + 5 = -6 - 1

-7 = -7 The answer is correct

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