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Solve each equation. Show or explain your reasoning.

−3x − 5 = 16

−4(y − 2) = 12

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Step-by-step explanation:

First equation:  −3x − 5 = 16

 Combine the constants:

 -3x = 21

  Solve for x using division:  x = 21/(-3)   or  x = -7

Second equation:  −4(y − 2) = 12

 Reduce this by dividing both sides by -4:  y - 2 = -3

 Add 2 to both sides, to isolate y:  y = -1

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