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What is the solution to 8t+3(t+4) =6(t-3)

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Answer:

t = - 6

Explanation:

8t + 3(t + 4) = 6(t - 3) ← distribute parenthesis on both sides )

8t + 3t + 12 = 6t - 18 , that is

11t + 12 = 6t - 18 ( subtract 6t from both sides )

5t + 12 = - 18 ( subtract 12 from both sides )

5t = - 30 ( divide both sides by 5 )

t = - 6

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