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Write the steps for solving the following equation. 20 = -(5 + x) Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: answer:
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Write the steps for solving the following equation.

20 = -(5 + x)
Step 1:
Step 2:
Step 3:
answer:

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20=-5-x
25=-x
-25=x
First, parentheses, distribute the negative
Then, add 5 to both sides
And finally, divide by -1 which give you the answer -25
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