SOLUTION: Determine graphically the x-value when y= -5 in the given equation -x+2y= -8 The x-value when y= -5 is x ??

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Question 626751: Determine graphically the x-value when y= -5 in the given equation
-x+2y= -8
The x-value when y= -5 is x ??
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
-x+2y= -8


-x+2(-5)= -8 ... replace y with -5


-x-10 = -8 ... multiply


Now solve for x (I'll let you do this). Let me know if you still need help. Thanks.

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