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I need help on this problem please

I need help on this problem please-example-1
User Dmulter
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Answer:

x = -2.

Explanation:

h(x) = 4x - 1, h(x) = -9.

-9 = 4x - 1

4x - 1 = -9

4x = -8

x = -2

Check your work!

4 * (-2) - 1

= -8 - 1

= -9

Since it works out, x = -2.

Hope this helps!

User Aguilarpgc
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Answer:

x = -2

Explanation:

Step 1: Substitute h(x) for -9

-9 = 4x - 1

Step 2: Solve for x

-8 = 4x

x = -2

User Guilherme Martin
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