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2 years ago

Solve for x in 2 - 3(x + 4) = 8

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2 answers:

AysviL [449]2 years ago

7 0

Answer:

x = -6

Step-by-step explanation:

2 - 3(x + 4) = 8

=> 3(x + 4) = 2 - 8 = -6

=> x + 4 = -6/3 = -2

=> x = -2 - 4 = -6

neonofarm [45]2 years ago

6 0

x = 2

Step-by-step explanation:

2 - 3x - 12 = 8

=> 3x - 12 = 2 - 8

=> 3x - 12 = -6

=> 3x = 6

=> x = 2

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