Question

Solve. -3(x+5)=-9
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Answer 1

`\boxed{\bold{x \ = \ -2}}`

Step By Step Explanation:

Divide Both Sides By -3

`\bold{(-3\left(x+5\right))/(-3)=(-9)/(-3)}`

Simplify

`\bold{x+5=3}`

Subtract 5 From Both Sides

`\bold{x+5-5=3-5}`

Simplify

`\bold{x=-2}`

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