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OpenStudy (anonymous):

What is the first step in solving the equation −4x − 16 = 20? Multiply both sides of the equation by 4. Divide both sides of the equation by −16. Subtract 16 from both sides of the equation. Add 16 to both sides of the equatio

OpenStudy (anonymous):

add 16 to both sides

OpenStudy (anonymous):

to get -4x=36 x=-9

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