An equation is shown below:

5(2x - 8) + 15 = -15

Write the steps you will use to solve the equation and explain each step.
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Answer :

First, you need to distribute. 5(2x-8)+15= -15

10x-40+ 15= -15

Combine like terms. 

10x-25= -15

Add 25 to both sides. 

10x= 10

Divide 10 from both sides. 

x= 1

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