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What is 3x+5x+8 equivalent to

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Answer:

8x + 8

Explanation:

5x + 3x = 8x

= 8x + 8

User Jim Bray
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Answer:

8x + 8 and x = -1

Explanation:

Step 1: Combine like terms

3x + 5x + 8

8x + 8

Step 2: If needed solve for x

8x + 8 - 8 = 0 - 8

8x / 8 = -8 / 8

x = -1

Answer: 8x + 8 and x = -1

User Sundar G
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