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−3(n+2)−5=−23.
NEED AWNSER ASAP

User Gocht
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Answer:

n = 4.

Explanation:

-3(n + 2) - 5 = -23

Distribute the -3.

-3n - 6 - 5 = -23

Combine like terms.

-3n - 11 = -23

Add 11 to both sides.

-3n = -12

Divide both sides by -3.

n = 4

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