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  • 04-08-2020
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Which of the following is the solution set of the given equation? (x - 3) - 2(x + 6) = -5 a) {-4} b) {8} c) {-10}

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wegnerkolmp2741o
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  • 04-08-2020

Answer:

x = -10

Step-by-step explanation:

(x - 3) - 2(x + 6) = -5

Distribute

x-3 -2x-12 = -5

Combine like terms

-x -15 = -5

Add 15 to each side

-x-15+15 = -5+15

-x=10

Multiply each side by -1

x= -10

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sgemeda sgemeda
  • 04-08-2020

Answer:

c

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