To solve for x, first add 1 to both sides of the equation:
-2x - 1 + 1 = -8 + 1
-2x = -7
Next, divide both sides by -2:
-2x / -2 = -7 / -2
x = 7/2
Therefore, the solution is x = 7/2.
Solve or x:
-2x - 1 = -8
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