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If presented with the following equation, what is the next step in the equation solving sequence? x + 3x = -50 - 23+5 ​
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If presented with the following equation, what is the next step in the equation solving sequence? x + 3x = -50 - 23+5 ​

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combine like

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Answer:

Add the similar elements


x+3x=4x\\-50-23+5=-68\\\\4x=-68

Step-by-step explanation: Further steps

Divide both sides by 4


(4x)/(4)=(-68)/(4)

Simplify


x=-17

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