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Solve for x
3x + 7 = -2​

User Ashtonian
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Answer:

x = -3

Explanation:

1. Write the equation

3x + 7 = -2

2. -7 from both sides

3x = -9

3. Divide 3 from both sides to get x alone

x = -3

User Rastadrian
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Answer:

Hello There!!

Explanation:

3x+7=-2 (-7 from both sides)

-7 -7

3x=-9 (divide by 3 from both sides)

÷3 ÷3

x=-3

hope this helps,have a great day!!

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