Question

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solve the equation to find x.

\\5(21 + 6x) = -255\\

\\(x = \underline{\quad\quad}\\)

Explanation:

Divide both sides by 5

$$ 21 + 6x = \frac{-255}{5} $$

$$ 21 + 6x = -51 $$

Subtract 21 from both sides

$$ 6x = -51 - 21 $$

$$ 6x = -72 $$

Divide both sides by 6

$$ x = \frac{-72}{6} $$

$$ x = -12 $$

Answer:

Solve the equation to find x.
\(5(21 + 6x) = -255\)
\(x =\) <blank>-12</blank>