Solve for (x).

−3(x)+4=−8

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To solve for (x), you need to isolate the variable on one side of the equation.

-3(x) + 4 = -8

First, distribute -3 to the terms inside the parentheses:

-3x + 4 = -8

Next, subtract 4 from both sides of the equation:

-3x + 4 - 4 = -8 - 4

Simplifying,

-3x = -12

Lastly, divide both sides of the equation by -3 to solve for x:

-3x / -3 = -12 / -3

Simplifying,

x = 4