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What is the solution of the equation 5(x−8)=−55?
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Answer:

-3

Explanation:

5(x-8)= -55

5x-40= -55

5x= -55+40

x= -15

3

x= -3

User JFK
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Answer: x=-3

Explanation:

5(x−8)=−55

x-8=-55/5

x-8=-11

x=-11+8

x=-3

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