To simplify the equation \( 2(n + 5) = -2 \), follow these steps:
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Distribute the 2 on the left side: \[ 2n + 10 = -2 \]
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Subtract 10 from both sides to isolate the term with \( n \): \[ 2n = -2 - 10 \] \[ 2n = -12 \]
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Divide both sides by 2 to solve for \( n \): \[ n = \frac{-12}{2} \] \[ n = -6 \]
Thus, the solution is \( n = -6 \).