Solve the equation 8x = - 16. Is it possible to solve the equation using multiplication? Explain your reasoning

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Solve the equation 8x = - 16.

Is it possible to solve the equation using multiplication? Explain your reasoning

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X=-2 is the answer because divid

Shena answered Aug 11, 2022

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Answer:

x=-2

No, to solve an equation you must use inverse operation which is division

Explanation:

16/8=2

-16/8=2

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