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What is the value of z in the equation 2z + 8 = -6 ?

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Question :-

What is the value of z in the equation 2z + 8 = -6 ?

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Solution :-

Given Information :-

  • Equation ➢ 2z + 8 = -6

To Find :-

  • The value of z in the given equation.

Calculation :-

⇒ 2z + 8 = -6

Transposing +8 to Right Hand Side of the equation, We get,

⇒ 2z = -6 -8

Calculating further, We get,

⇒ 2z = -14

Transposing 2 to Right Hand Side of the equation, We get,

⇒ z =
\sf ( - 14)/(2)

Calculating further, We get,

⇒ z = -7

z = -7

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Final Answer :-

  • The value of z is -7

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User Fostandy
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Z= -7
Explanation: subtract the 8 onto the opposite side of the equation (-14). Then divide by 2 to isolate z (-7). So the answer is -7.
User Matteo Meil
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