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|x+5|-1=-1

Solution

∣ x + 5 ∣ - 1 = - 1

Solution

x = - 5

Solution steps

∣ x + 5 ∣ - 1 = - 1

Add

1

to both sides

∣ x + 5 ∣ - 1 + 1 = - 1 + 1

Simplify

∣ x + 5 ∣ = 0

Apply absolute rule: If

∣ u ∣ = 0

then

u = 0

x + 5 = 0

x + 5 = 0 : x = - 5

x = - 5

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the answer to |x+5|-1=-1 ?
The answer to |x+5|-1=-1 is x=-5
Solve for x: |x+5|-1=-1
The solution is x=-5