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27-04-2021
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If (x - 2)2 + 5(x - 2) = -6, which of the following could be the value of x - 2?
A
-1
B
-3
C
-4
D
-5

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elpink25 elpink25

27-04-2021

Answer: A. -1

Step-by-step explanation:

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

2x-4 + 5x -10= -6

Combine like terms

7x-14=-6

Add 14 to both sides

7x=8

Divide

X= 8/7 or 1.14 (rounded)

1.14 - 2= -0.86 which can be rounded to -1

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