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algebraFind the x-intercept of .
A
B
C
D
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the correct answer. Set .
- Substitute:
- Add 8:
- Divide:
💡 Strategic Tip: The x-intercept is the value of x when the line crosses the horizontal axis ().
Choice B is incorrect because it is the y-intercept. Choice C is incorrect because of sign error. Choice D is incorrect because it is the slope.