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You begin solving the equation 8 -2x = 40 by subtracting 8 from both sides. Which is
the best choice for Step 2?

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Answer:

Divide both sides by -2

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1:  Subtract 8 from both sides

[tex]8 - 2x - 8 = 40 - 8[/tex]

[tex]-2x = 42[/tex]

Step 2:  Divide both sides by -2

[tex]-2x / -2 = 42 / -2[/tex]

[tex]x = -21[/tex]

Answer:  Divide both sides by -2

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