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Determine whether (a) x = -1 or (b) x = 2 is a solution to this equation

X-8=-9

Determine whether a x 1 or b x 2 is a solution to this equation X89 class=

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  • 17-08-2021

Answer: (a) x = -1

Step-by-step explanation:

Given

x - 8 = - 9

Add 8 on both sides to isolate x

x - 8 + 8 = - 9 + 8

[tex]\boxed{x=-1}[/tex]

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