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2(n+5)=-2

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User Jzilg
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Answer:

n = -6

Explanation:

2 ( n + 5 ) = -2

First, solve the brackets.

2n + 10 = -2

Now take 10 to the right side.

2n + 10 -10 = -2 - 10

2n = -12

Then divide both sides by 2.


(2n)/(2) =(-12)/(2)

And now you'll the value of n.

n = ( -6 )

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