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The given equation is \"\".

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Apply subtraction property of equality: Subtract 8x from each side.

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Rearrange the terms using commutative property of addition: \"\".

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\"\"                      (Subtract: \"\")\"\"

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Apply to division property of equality: Divide each side by negative 4.

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\"\"        (Cancel common terms)

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\"\"\"\"                    (Substitute \"\")

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\"\"                             (Multiply: \"\")

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\"\"                                 (Subtract: –8 – 6 = –14) \"\"

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The value of \"\".