Question

Solve.
-5 + 12 = -2(q + 1)

Answer 1

q = - 4.5

Explanation:

- 5 + 12 = - 2(q + 1)

- 5 + 12 = - 2q - 2

2q = 5 - 12 - 2

2q = - 9

q = - 9 : 2

q = - 9/2

q = - 4.5

Answer 2

Answer: q=-9/2

Explanation:

-5 + 12 = -2(q + 1)

7=−2(q+1)

-7/2=q+1

-7/2-1=q

-9/2=q

q=-9/2

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