An algebraic function uses what type of operations?

Follow these steps using the algebra tiles to solve the equation −5x + (−2) = −2x + 4. 1. add 5 positive x-tiles to both sides and create zero pairs. 2. add 4 negative unit tiles to both sides and create zero pairs. 3. divide the unit tiles evenly among the x-tiles. x =

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The angles in a triangle are represented by 5x, 8x, and 2x+9. what is the value of ? a.10.8 b.11.4 c.9.7 d.7.2