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How does 4(x + 2) = - 4 equals to x = -3

you have to get X alone

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Answer:

Explained below

Explanation:

4(x + 2) = - 4

Let's solve:

4(x + 2) = - 4

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

4x + 8 = - 4

- 8 - 8

4x = -12

/4 /4

x = -3

Hope this helps!

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