How do you solve this equation for X? 5x + 8 = 2 * - 1

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asked Sep 17, 2021 20.6k views

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Foxinni · Answer 1 · 2021-09-23T19:40:33+0000

Answer:

x = -3

Explanation:

hey there,

< First, move all "x"s to one side.

5x - 2x = -1 - 8

Solve on both sides.

3x = -9

Divide to find what x is equal to.

x = -3

-3 is your final answer. >

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