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In the equation y = -2x - 3, find x if y= 5.

In the equation y = -2x - 3, find x if y= 5.
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In the equation y = -2x - 3, find x if y= 5.

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Answer:

-4

Explanation:

y= -2x - 3

First, plug in 5 for y

5= -2x - 3

+3 +3

8= -2x

Divide by -2

-4= x

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