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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.