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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Let f(x)=-5x+8. For what value of x does function f have the given value? f(x)=-7

OpenStudy (anonymous):

So if f(x)=-7, what is the equation -5x+8 equal to?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

-7?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

correct. So we have the equation -7=-5x+8. So now what do you think we should do? Maybe put like terms together?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

yes

OpenStudy (anonymous):

so would it look something like this 0=-5x+15?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

sorry meant -15=-5x, then divide by -5 to get a positive 3

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Yes that is absolutely correct. Sorry for the delayed reply.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

it's alright, thanks for your help :)

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