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What is the solution to the equation 3x – 8 = -2?

O A. -3 1/3
O B. 3 1/3
C. 2
D. -2

What is the solution to the equation 3x – 8 = -2? O A. -3 1/3 O B. 3 1/3 C. 2 D. -2-example-1

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c.2 is the answer for this question
User Kartikeya Khosla
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Answer:

option (c) 2

Explanation:

We have the linear equation :-

→ 3x - 8 = -2

add 8 both sides

→ 3x - 8 + 8 = -2 + 8

→ 3x = 6

→ x = 6 ÷ 3

→ x = 2

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