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Determine whether (a) x = -1 or (b) x = 2 is a solution to this equation

X-8=-9

Determine whether (a) x = -1 or (b) x = 2 is a solution to this equation X-8=-9-example-1
User Keneni
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Answer: (a) x = -1

Explanation:

Given

x - 8 = - 9

Add 8 on both sides to isolate x

x - 8 + 8 = - 9 + 8


\boxed{x=-1}

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