Question

Find the value of 2x -1 when x+6=-2

Answer 1

-17

Explanation:

x + 6 = -2, subtract the 6 from -2

x = -2 - 6

x = -8

2x - 1 = ? plug in -8

2(-8) - 1 = ?

-16 - 1 = -17

so, 2(-8) - 1 = -17

Answer 2

-17

Explanation:

Let's first simplify x+6= -2.

x=-6-2

x= -8

Plug in x= -8.

2(-8)= -16

-16-1= -17

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