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5 (x + 8) = -10 what's the answer ​

User Lothario
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Answer:

x = - 10

Explanation:

5(x + 8) = - 10

5x + 40 = - 10

5x + 40 - 40 = - 10 - 40

5x = - 50

5x ÷ 5 = - 50 ÷ 5

x = - 10

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