Question

What is the first step to solve this equation:
-3x + 12 = -40

Answer 1

17.3333

Explanation:

-3x+12=-40

3x=-40-12

3x=-52

x=52÷3

x=17.3333

Answer 2

Your supposed to cancel out 12 on both sides so u subtract 12 on both sides so the equation would be

-3x= -52

Explanation: