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What is the x-intercept for the equation 5x+3y=-15
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To find the x-intercept of the equation \(5x + 3y = -15\), we set \(y = 0\) and solve for \(x\).
Starting with the equation:
\[
5x + 3(0) = -15
\]
This simplifies to:
\[
5x = -15
\]
Next, divide both sides by 5:
\[
x = -3
\]
Thus, the x-intercept is \((-3, 0)\).
Starting with the equation:
\[
5x + 3(0) = -15
\]
This simplifies to:
\[
5x = -15
\]
Next, divide both sides by 5:
\[
x = -3
\]
Thus, the x-intercept is \((-3, 0)\).