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Determine whether the given number is a solution of the given equation.

Is 6 a solution of x-8= -2

User Valexa
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Answer:

Yes

Explanation:

Switch x for 6:

(6)-8=-2

Subtract 6 from 8:

-2=-2

-2 does equal -2 so 6 is a solution.

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