What value of x satisfies the equation below? (-2x - 6)/(5) = 4

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Kotucz · Answer 1 · 2022-01-21T04:31:51+0000

Answer: -13

Explanation:

1. Isolate x: move 5 to the otherside

=> -2x-6=4*5 => -2x-6=20

2. Move 6 to the otherside: -2x=20+6 => -2x=26

3. Divide both sides by -2

=> x=26/-2 => x=-13

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