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Are the equations m + 3 = -5 and m = -2 equivalent? Explain why or why not?

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Answer:

Explanation:

When m+3=-5, collection of like terms says; -5-3

Now,-5+-3 = -8 and -2≠-8 hence,they aren't equivalent

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