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Solve for x: - 2(3x - 15) - 4 = 56

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First, distribute the -2 on the left side of the equation:

- 2(3x - 15) - 4 = 56
- 6x + 30 - 4 = 56

Combine like terms:

- 6x + 26 = 56

Subtract 26 from both sides:

- 6x = 30

Divide by -6 to solve for x:

x = -5

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